Art Bridges announces Bridge Ahead Initiative in support of museum partners during COVID-19 pandemic BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Art Bridges, a foundation dedicated to expanding access to American art in all regions across the nation, is committing $5 million* to its partner museums as they face implications of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Bridge Ahead Initiative recognizes that Art Bridges partner museums, many of which are located in small and mid-sized communities, are facing serious financial challenges posed by COVID-19 closures. Funding will be distributed following a simple application process. “Art Bridges is committed to supporting our partners as they provide greater...

BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Art Bridges, a new foundation dedicated to expanding access to American art across the country, has assembled a roster of industry leaders for its board of directors. Founded by patron of the arts and philanthropist Alice Walton, Art Bridges strives to bring great works of American art out of storage and into communities across the country. The foundation partners with museums of all sizes and locations, providing financial and strategic support of exhibition development, collection loans and programs designed to engage new audiences. “The remarkable individuals who have agreed to join the Art Bridges board of directors...