It only takes a moment. "I don't do this lightly," said Paul Saenger, chair of the museum's Board of Trustees, according to a recording of the board . Pam should not have been in charge of day to day operations in 2015, and it is shocking that she still is. Open Wednesdays 11am6pm | Reserve tickets now. Open Wednesdays 11am6pm | Reserve tickets now. The board has stood by Myers, 65, largely crediting her with raising $30 million in a capital campaign that spanned well over a decade. Krider said that she was disturbed by what she had read in the Watchdog story. Weitzman and the group moved to the first floor, where Myers was standing with trustee Bob Benites. Pre-purchased online tickets are encouraged; walk-in tickets are also available. Image Requests To request images for publication or other uses, click here to complete our request for image use form. Krider said she felt the response to Lewis was not right and approached Myers a second time. Weitzman said at the meeting she was being punished for standing up against the mistreatment of employees. Contact her at skestin@avlwatchdog.org. Late-night Thursdays until 9pm; closed Tuesdays. It was not an attack.. If there are additional episodes of improper staff involvement, I will bring this to the trustees to consider your continuing on the board., On Monday, Nov. 14, the day before Tuesdays board meeting, Saenger wrote to Weitzman, In accordance with the bylaws, I am giving you notice that given the inappropriate behavior when you and your companions verbally attacked and intimidated Pam and others at the members event I will request a discussion as to your continuing to serve on the AAM board. 2 South Pack Square. We understand, the web can be a dangerous place! Krider said she told Myers, Why do you think you can just stonewall people who are really struggling to understand your role and some of whats been going on here? , According to Weitzman, Benites got defensive and said, I dont think this is appropriate, and Pam said, Im hosting a party. , Weitzman said Krider was shaking her finger at Myers but stopped when Myers asked her to. Having been a consultant to dozens of major medical centers, large and small hospitals; as an active member of various boards; as an active supporter of the Asheville Art Museum for 19 years and a retired AAM board member; and along with my spouse substantial donors of funds and art , I am distressed and appalled over the treatment of Michelle Weitzman ,as revealed in this article. Monica Krider, a realtor, attended as a guest of Gretchen Lewis, who is also a realtor and a museum member. Well certainly take everything you had to say to heart, Michelle, as we always have, Saenger said. The normal length of the meeting is two hours. This exhibition presents highlights from the Asheville Art Museums Collection by artists engaging the intaglio printmaking technique of etching in the late 19th and early 20th century. Trustees who have attempted to redress the toxic culture fostered by Myers have been shut down or shut out of attempts to do so. Sep 2021 - Present1 year 5 months. No one on that board even bothered to come to Michelles defense and say, Well, wait a minute. Really good health insurance. In all of my life, Ive never been in a situation where there was such hostility, and I actually felt physically threatened, Benites said. Or do you simply disagree with her management style? To connect with us, please visit our Contact page. Not only the board of the art museum, but many other institutions do not have the least consideration of the rest of the population, and refuse to hear any input, particularly if its negative to their established order. What I find to be the most concerning is the salary of the director at approximately $167,000 of taxpayer funds. The Asheville Art Museum has been remodeled since my last visit. It is a distinct and dangerous part of the problem. Saenger told Asheville Watchdog that as far as he knew, the museum, established in 1948, had never removed a trustee. The high attrition rate is simply bad business.. A board that shuns this responsibility will lead to the demise of the organization. The Museum was founded in 1948, and we've had many wonderful years of growth. Two recent articles in the Asheville Watchdog have exposed how Pam Myers, Executive Director of the Asheville Art Museum, has routinely mistreated Museum staff during her tenure, creating a culture of fear, retaliation, and high attrition that has twice been brought to the Museums Board of Trustees. To schedule a group tour please contact us at info@blackmountaincollege.org. We are the only nonprofit visual arts museum serving all 24 counties in Western North Carolina. I think they felt threatened anyway, physically, and they were verbally attacked., Saenger allowed Weitzman an opportunity to respond at the board meeting before she was banished. Kerry Martin, Community Volunteer. Pre-purchased online tickets and walk-in tickets are available. This vision fails when it cant provide a sustainable livelihood and psychologically safe workplace environment for its employees. Three of the board members who resigned in May, including Huff and Green, told The Watchdog the treatment of employees and the boards response was a factor in their decision to leave. Read more about the history of the Museum, as well as the Museums new building. I liken this behavior to what the vandals are doing defacing the museum, Saenger said. Krider said that she was disturbed by what she had read in the Watchdog story. The Museums expansion and renovation project has consisted of different carefully planned phases: renovation/preservation of the North Wing (1926 Pack Library building); demolition work on the Museums East Wing and core; and the construction of the new building and glass faade. Youre no longer a volunteer.. What, because I spoke up? she said. Saenger responded in an Aug. 9 email that while it is important that trustees are informed as to staffing needs, etc., personal details are restricted by state and federal policy.. As a long term Asheville Art Museum member, donor, former volunteer, former Gallery Associate, and current Adult Studio instructor, I am little more than an outside observer to the day to day operations of the museum so this story has been revealing. Oh, and I love the quote.. Youre in my house. .reminds me of another psychopath were all unfortunately all too familiar with. But some trustees felt the board should do more, such as hire an administrator to run the day-to-day operations and free Myers to focus on fundraising and larger issues. Myers, the museum's executive director for 27 years, declined to be interviewed by Asheville Watchdog. We fully believe in its vision to transform lives through art. It is a simple matter to learn what employees are experiencing and feel. The Asheville Art Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, accredited by the American Alliance of Museums that receives support for its programs from Museum Members; other generous individuals, corporations, businesses, and foundations; the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural & Cultural Resources (www.NCArts.org); the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the primary source of federal support for the nations libraries and museums; and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency that believes that a great nation deserves great art. So California Woke values complainer got the boot for causing problems. In all of my life, Ive never been in a situation where there was such hostility, and I actually felt physically threatened, Benites said. Reports by employees of mistreatment, and authoritarian management should always be regarded and investigated. In the meantime, it is time for us, artists and arts professionals of Asheville and surrounding regions, to do what the Board of Trustees has been unable to accomplish as a body: collectively and publicly voice our care for the Museum staff, advocate for them and the Museum's future, and call for the removal of Pam Myers as Executive Director. Weitzman said she wanted to make clear that she was not the one confronting Myers at the party. The KIA is a nonprofit, so the contract is public knowledge, but I am a friend of many of those who have left the museum and have been very supportive of them. Krider said she felt the response to Lewis was not right and approached Myers a second time. Rebel/Re-Belle: Exploring Gender, Agency, and Identity | Selections from the Asheville Art Museum and Rubell Museum combines works from two significant collections of contemporary art to explore how artists have innovated, influenced, interrogated, and inspired visual culture in the past 100 years. As Peter Drucker once famously said, Culture eats strategy for breakfast and it seems that the culture of this institution is in need of repair. He said an Asheville Watchdog investigative story last week, in which Weitzman was quoted supporting ex-employees who complained of a toxic workplace, had tainted the image of the museum., As a final straw, Saenger said, Pamela Myers, the museums executive director, and a couple of others were threatened at a museum party the night of Nov. 10. Thank you for registering!Please visit My Account to verify and manage your account. Upon achieving independence, the school adopted its current . I hardly said anything. Weitzman addressed the incident at the party by saying it occurred at the end of the evening with very few guests at the museum.. Weitzman pressed on after Saenger became the chair, asking for more information on employee complaints, staff exit interviews, and the executive coach that had been brought in for Myers and senior leaders, emails show. When will these leaders ever learn that a toxic environment doesnt benefit the institution. Will you do the same? I showed her where Pam was, Weitzman said. A renovated and expanded museum opened in 2019 in a glass building that is now a landmark downtown, and the museum has an endowment of more than $6 million. On view November 18 through March 20! For what it is worth, my observation is that departmental staff come and go frequently. Yes, I also saw the similarities to that narciopath Agent Orange. Some people are really great at certain functions. Its not even just about the people who work there who were hurt by someones tactics and approach, Krider said. This is no joke. It was not an attack.. The word used by three former staff is traumatic. , Kevin Click, the board vice-chair and a former human resources executive, said in a written response to questions from Asheville Watchdog that Myers has been very positive about the coaching and feedback she is receiving.. It was a pleasure serving with her on the Board the entire time I was on it. Is the Asheville Art Museum a public institution meant to serve citizens or merely Ms. Myers house and the boards plaything. That Myers has brought in a lot of funding is great. Your involvement is essential, now and in the future. Acrylic and mixed media on board Dimensions. The Museums galleries, theMuseum Store, andPerspective Caf are open to the public. The Disturbing Details Behind the Bird Flu and Egg Prices. Enrich your involvement with the Museum by joining our vibrant family of Members. Weitzman, who until Tuesday had also been a volunteer docent leading tours of the museum, engaged in a pattern of disruptive behavior, Saenger said in the meeting. It is up to our community of artists and supporters of the arts to speak up and advocate for our institution and its health, and insist on the Board and especially Ms. Myers resignation. My heart goes out to Ms. Weitzman. This is a serious disincentive for talented people to apply for professional positions at AAM. Im sorry that having a frank conversation that you didnt want to have seemed like an attack. They dont want to hear. In one email to Click, the chair of the human resources committee, and then board chair Butch Patrick, Weitzman wrote that fear of being fired has created a large morale deficit compounded by the inability to speak up., She asked for immediate action and wrote that there have been issues and concerns for a long period of time.. Asheville The Museum is located on the center square of downtown Asheville, 2 South Pack Square at Pack Place. She was a beloved mother, sister . This is a story with more questions to explore and report on. Open daily 11am6pm. He said Weitzman had disrupted board meetings and had inappropriate communications with staff. Board members support the ADA's mission to be a leader and advocate for the vitality of downtown Asheville. It is a cornerstone in this art-rich town that we can all be very proud of.. This story was originallypublishedbyAsheville Watchdog, an independent nonprofit news team serving Asheville and surrounding communities. Media outlets around the country are asking their readers to chip in. Sign In And I thought that I was the only volunteer ever to be fired. Open daily 11am6pm. And at what cost to the employees? Kids under 15 should be allowed in at no cost if art is to be advanced now the fee is $10 for those same aged kids. Right so lets get the courts involved here since the Board there at the glass palace/ fortress has shown itself incapable of anything but a bunker mentality in regard to this -gone on way too long- travesty. Late-night Thursdays until 9pm; closed Tuesdays. Abigail L. Martin, Keller Williams Realty. Sounds like Myers is very good at acquiring funds. See here for our terms of service. The patron was in her face, not me., Were clear, Saenger replied. This is not a game to me, Weitzman said, adding that she had raised concerns about employee mistreatment with Saenger; with the previous chair, Herbert Butch Patrick Jr.; and with board vice chair Kevin Click, the chair of the human resources committee. Once again, the wealthy establishment of Asheville shows that they will brook no questioning of their divine right to rule. After the meeting, she sent an email to the docents, writing that she had been removed as a result of standing up for museum staff for the last year, within the Board of Trustees and most recently on record with the AVLWatchdog.org article., Nancy Ferguson, a 30-year museum volunteer and former trustee, told Asheville Watchdog, I was appalled to learn of Ms. Weitzmans dismissal. Thorough and revealing (and entertaining!). I tried to stand in front of Pam. Im hopeful you will stand up and see that while your efforts are to you for the good of the museum, they are proving counterproductive. We've recently sent you an authentication link. And Im sorry to say, Michelle, youre no longer on the board. Weitzman and the group moved to the first floor, where Myers was standing with trustee Bob Benites. Asheville Art Museum The newly renovated Asheville Art Museum at night The Asheville Art Museum is a community-based nonprofit visual art organization in Western North Carolina (WNC) and is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. But I feel like that has been compromised on numerous occasions by Michelle Weitzman.. What art museum does not have a lead curator? North Carolina museum exhibiting 20th century American art, Drop into our studio to experiment freely and collaborate using different materials, tools, and techniques! Employee complaints have been a source of discord on the museum board. The museum held a member appreciation party Nov. 10, the day after the Watchdogstory appeared. I believe we are on a solid path forward, Click wrote. Lewis said that Myers told her, Now is not the time, but did not say when she would be available to speak. Join, renew, or give the gift of Museum membership today. The fact that many have shared this sentiment and the board continues to take no meaningful action is ludicrous. Im sorry that having a frank conversation that you didnt want to have seemed like an attack. I liken this behavior to what the vandals are doing defacing the museum, Saenger said. Sally Kestin is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter. Admission is now $15 for two floors of art as the second floor just has a children's hands on art room. Saenger told Asheville Watchdog that as far as he knew, the museum, established in 1948, had never removed a trustee. And Im sorry to say, Michelle, youre no longer on the board. I will ask for your dismissal as a board member and museum volunteer.. This is what was decided seven years ago, and it is the same today.. The server responded with {{status_text}} (code {{status_code}}). She is the Treasurer of the Mid America Print Council executive board 2022-2024, and resides in Asheville NC with the goal of bringing a bit of Print League KC to the Blue Ridge Mountains by opening another community print shop. What, because I spoke up? she said. Well certainly take everything you had to say to heart, Michelle, as we always have, Saenger said. New College of Florida is a public liberal arts college in Sarasota, Florida.It was founded in 1960 as a private institution known simply as New College, spent several years merged into the University of South Florida, and in 2001 became an autonomous college, the eleventh independent school of the State University System of Florida. Our Museum needs us to speak for its health and future, now. I showed her where Pam was, Weitzman said. The Asheville Art Museum is one of six recipients of the 2022 National Medal for Museum and Library Service! After the meeting, Weitzman told Asheville Watchdog she believed her removal was retribution for challenging the museums leadership. The Asheville Art Museum's vision is to transform lives through art. However, our ads are for local businesses and are unobstrusive. I believe we are on a solid path forward, Click wrote. So we tear down the Vance Monument but leave the Queen of the Glass Palace in place? She urged her fellow trustees to ask for Myerss resignation and to find a new executive director. I chalk it up to there being better opportunities for staff elsewhere. We invite you to join us! This is no way to run any organization, let alone a supposedly not for profit arts organization. Linda Kendall Fields is a resident of Fletcher, North Carolina and has been on the Asheville Music School Board of Directors since it became a non-profit organization in 2012. She imperiously, very rudely and with great toxicity showed me the door. The museum only has an Associate Curator and an Assistant Curator and does not appear to be looking to refill the lead position at this time. I wrote recommendations, and I was dismissed, so I went through proper channels before putting my name and my reputation in the public view, Weitzman said. If you are still unsure about studying overseas, it is always good to speak to an experienced person who can help you point in the right direction. This Educational Organization is headquartered in Asheville, NC. I would love to see a deep dive into the funding of the museum. This is no joke. I am sad that the place I called my sanctuary and loved being at has been so tarnished. Krider, according to Weitzman, continued with her rant about a terrible way to run an organization.. Xpress needs help, too. It is well-past time for the Board of Trustees of the Asheville Art Museum to remove Pam Myers as Executive Director. Employee complaints have been a source of discord on the museum board. Saenger responded, We do not believe it would be appropriate to share incident reports or security videos., Sarah Reincke, president of the Docents Association before Weitzman and a former trustee, said she believes the board was trying to find any excuse to rid themselves of a Trustee who consistently voiced valid opinions the Executive Committee refused to consider., Reincke said Weitzman was not the person who reprimanded Pam at the party, and she is not responsible for how another person expresses an opinion., The board used the actions of a third party as cause for Michelles dismissal, further proof, Reincke said, of the museums dysfunctional leadership., In a statement to Asheville Watchdog, Saenger wrote that the museum does not comment on trustees who leave the organization., If the board feels it necessary to ask a trustee to step down before the end of their normal term, it is not a matter we take lightly, but with the best interest of the museum in mind, Saenger wrote. With the Museums major renovation and expansion project comes even greater opportunities to transform lives through art. Saenger then polled the trustees. There are laws and responsibilities that any board has, especially a board of a not-for-profit entity. Is there not something to this? Huff said. Asheville Art Museum. All voted in favor of removing Weitzman. She returned to the group, and Lewis approached Myers. The Asheville Art Museum's vision is to transform lives through art. Zahler mentioned an issue, an apparent reference to employee complaints about Myerss management dating to at least 2015. All I can say is this is not the museum that I have known and loved for so long.. He then deferred to trustee Gary Zahler, who joined the virtual meeting late. Something needs to be done now. and so it will be with Ms. Myers and her now rapidly unraveling tenure of abuse there at the Asheville Art Museum. After an exodus of five Board members this summer, the remaining members have not yet shown that they value Museum staff above the reputation of Myers. Advertising no longer pays the whole cost. Three of the board members who resigned in May, including Huff and Green, told The Watchdog the treatment of employees and the boards response was a factor in their decision to leave. Krider said she told Myers, Why do you think you can just stonewall people who are really struggling to understand your role and some of whats been going on here? , According to Weitzman, Benites got defensive and said, I dont think this is appropriate, and Pam said, Im hosting a party. , Weitzman said Krider was shaking her finger at Myers but stopped when Myers asked her to. New Address: 12710 Research Blvd. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Conditions. In the spring of 2021, the board voted on the directors new contract. However, I have not taught a workshop nor class there in over a year. North Carolina museum exhibiting 20th century American art. People must stand up to workplace bullies from the start. Asheville Art Museum opening events All events are held at 2 S. Pack Square. The Asheville Art Museum is a private nonprofit 501c3 (not public). After getting a million or more from the City, is the Art Museum still enjoying public funding? Ousted Trustee Describes Culture of Fear at Asheville Art Museum, Hyperallergic, 11/18/22, https://hyperallergic.com/781084/ousted-trustee-describes-culture-of-fear-at-asheville-art-museum/, Trustee Who Criticized Director Is Ousted from Art Museum Board, Asheville Watchdog, 11/17/22, https://avlwatchdog.org/trustee-ousted-from-museum-board/, Not A Pretty Picture at the Asheville Art Museum, Asheville Watchdog, 11/9/22, https://avlwatchdog.org/not-a-pretty-picture-at-the-asheville-art-museum/. The Asheville Art Museum is the sole museum to garner three Southeastern Museums Conference (SEMC) Exhibition Awards in the 2022 competition! Kathleen A. Last week, the letters in the museums sign were altered from Asheville Art Museum to A Hell Art Museum. Asheville Police spokeswoman Samantha Booth said Wednesday she could not locate a police report on the vandalism. As Asheville Watchdog reported, the board has twice brought in an executive coach in 2015 after the six complaints to trustees, and again in 2021 after eight other ex-staffers voiced their concerns to Huff and board member Darren Green. This Board is lacking in their duties to the future of this Museum if they do not address an obviously toxic environment. Weitzman was part of a group who had gathered on the second floor to talk when Krider, whom Weitzman said she had just met, said shed like to speak with Pam Myers, according to Weitzman. We need ethical and compassionate leadership from the Executive Director and Board. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Pamela L. Myers, Executive Director Executive Committee Paul Lentz Saenger, Chair Kevin Click, Vice Chair Butch Patrick, Immediate Past Chair Julia Peterson, Secretary Karen Praytor, Treasurer Staff Directory and Contact Board of Trustees Tami Bebber Robert Benites Courtney Blossman Chris Cavanaugh Carolyn Coward Betsy Cunagin Paula Dawkins Lei Han In charge of it all is a board of trustees with full authority over the museum's affairs, and one that operates out of public view, often yielding to the will of its long-time executive director, Pamela Myers. In 1955 Jorge Fick became one of the few students to receive an official degree from Black Mountain College, attending from 1952 to 1955. The Asheville Art Museum is committed to being an active leader against racism. Weitzman and the group moved to the first floor, where Myers was standing with trustee Bob Benites. Thank you for supporting the arts! Instead, board member Benites made a motion that Michelle be removed from the board.. 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