Bio : Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University

The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University is a major center for the arts in Durham, North Carolina, and the surrounding region. The 65,000-square-foot building was designed by architect Rafael Viñoly. Since opening in 2005, the museum has organized and presented leading-edge exhibitions that travel worldwide. From the beginning, the Nasher Museum has been dedicated to building a groundbreaking collection of contemporary art. In this effort, the museum’s collection strategy emphasizes works by diverse artists who have been historically underrepresented.

Public programs include lectures, talks, educational tours and events featuring artists, scholars and community leaders. The Nasher Museum Café features local, seasonal ingredients for lunch on weekdays, dinner on Thursdays and brunch on weekends. Parker & Otis at the Nasher Museum offers gifts inspired by art. More than 1 million people have visited the museum since 2005.