The Arthur Ross Gallery has announced a gift of $125,000 from Susan T. Marx, CW’66, to endow the Susan T. Marx Distinguished Lecture Series in perpetuity. Established in 2015, the Marx lectures feature significant art world leaders and artists who address timely issues through their work.
“While a student at Penn, my exposure to art inspired my passion and my lifelong avocation as a sculptor and stone carver,” said Marx. “When we initiated the series, our goal was to share aspects of the art world with students, the University at large, and the outside community.”
The Gallery has welcomed acclaimed artists throughout the years. In the Fall of 2016, Dr. Johnnetta B. Cole inaugurated the Susan T. Marx Distinguished Lecture. Subsequent speakers have included David C. Driskell, Jaume Plensa, Liliana Porter, and most recently, William Kentridge.
“We succeeded in attracting working artists of international renown, a museum director, and an art historian for a growing and appreciative audience,” added Marx. “I am thrilled to be able to endow our Lecture Series at the Arthur Ross Gallery. Giving to something you love is a wonderful pleasure. I feel privileged to be able to ensure its continuance for future generations.”
Located in the historic Fisher Fine Arts Library, the Arthur Ross Gallery welcomes all to enjoy its collections, seasonal exhibitions, and special programming like the Marx Lecture Series. Learn more about this gift and the Arthur Ross Gallery’s distinctive offerings on its website.
