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Registration for the 11th annual Asia Summit in Singapore September 18-20 is now open!

The Modern Museum

Wednesday, February 12, 2020
The Modern Museum
2020 Milken Institute MEA Summit
2020 Milken Institute MEA Summit

The Modern Museum

Wednesday, February 12, 2020
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
St. Regis Saadiyat Island - Ballroom C2 (Hollow Circle 20/Theater 100)

Following the initiative of the International Council of Museums, museums continually redefine their stance in response to social, cultural, and political changes. The definition of museum now admits dialogue, equality, access, participation, and transparency, as reflected in the works shown. Museum management demands entrepreneurship; forward thinking; and opportunities to influence perceptions, opinions, and narratives. No longer limited to acquisition and display, directors and curators must show pioneering leadership, taking responsibility for growth through participation, exchange, and engagement. As custodians of history, power, and knowledge, museums and innovative cultural groups can influence tomorrow's collectors. The time is ripe to engage in debate about new visions and perspectives, exploring ideas around collecting and exhibiting art as well as administrative challenges integral to public museums and the cultural bodies that share missions and values with today's museums.

Part 1:

  • Guest His Excellency Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman, Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi
  • Moderator Princess Alia Al-Senussi, Advisor, Arts and Culture, Milken Institute; UK and MENA Representative, Art Basel

Part 2:

  • Moderator Princess Alia Al-Senussi, Advisor, Arts and Culture, Milken Institute; UK and MENA Representative, Art Basel
  • Speaker Chris Dercon, President, Réunion des Musées Nationaux Grand Palais; former Director, Tate Modern, London
  • Speaker Kerry Healey, President, Center for the American Dream, Milken Institute
  • Speaker Manuel Rabaté, Director, Louvre Abu Dhabi