Portland Museum of Art
Rachael Arauz, Ph.D., is a seasoned independent curator specializing in modern and American art with extensive experience in exhibition curation and scholarly research. Currently serving as co-curator of the exhibition "In the Vanguard: Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, 1950-1969" at the Portland Museum of Art, Arauz has previously held significant roles, including guest curator positions for various institutions and overseeing a private collection of 20th and contemporary art. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. and an MA in History of Art from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Bachelor of Arts in Art History and American Studies from Wellesley College. Notable projects include exhibitions focused on prominent artists and movements, showcasing a commitment to enriching the understanding of artistic practices.
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Portland Museum of Art
With an extensive collection and nationally renowned exhibitions, the Portland Museum of Art is the cultural heart of Portland, Maine. The PMA boasts significant holdings of American, European, and contemporary art, as well as iconic works from Maine—highlighting the rich artistic tradition of the state and its artists.