2010 Annual Report - The Wadsworth Atheneum

J a c o b W e m m e r s z
Dutch, active 1664–1686
Hoppesteyn, The Moor’s Head
Factory [Het Moriaenshooft]
Charger, c. 1680–1685
Tin-glazed earthenware
Gift in memory of Mae Cadwell
Rovensky, by exchange; Gift of
Samuel P. Avery, by exchange;
Gift of Dr. Katharine Merritt,
by exchange; and Bequest of
Elisha E. Hilliard, by exchaange,
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To forcefully address this challenge and chart a more certain eco-
nomic course and enduring vision for the museum over the next decade, the
museum initiated a strategic planning process. This process affords us the op-
portunity to pause and consider not only who we are, but how we wish to
evolve both now and generations from now.
Most importantly, the strategic planning process is designed to move
us forward, to acknowledge our rich history, while simultaneously focusing on
an even brighter future. The opportunity to create the Wadsworth Atheneum
that we want is in our hands. As we continue the process during the next fiscal
year, I look forward to gathering your input and ideas, and to harnessing your
energy and support as we begin down a new, but still vibrant path.
Thank you for your generous support during 2010. Your gifts of time
and talent, and unwavering financial support have advanced the museum and
sustained our collective mission - for which you have my sincere appreciation.
S u s a n A . R o t t n e r
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