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Vision Now Expanding Horizons: The Evolution and Future of Lakeland's Museum of Art

In this episode of Listen Lakeland, Dr. Kyle Fedler welcomes Dr. Alex Rich, Executive Director and Chief Curator of the newly named Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art at Florida Southern College. Dr. Rich shares exciting updates on the museum’s major expansion, which nearly doubles its gallery space, allowing for even more diverse and immersive exhibits. Tune in to hear about upcoming exhibitions, the story behind the museum’s rebranding, and how the expanded space will enhance community engagement, with opportunities for both art enthusiasts and curious newcomers alike.

Related Vision Focus Area and Goals:

  • Activities for a Diverse Community
    Lakeland will offer activities for all community members.

Goal

  • Arts and Culture
    Lakeland will provide a supportive arts environment that advances, promotes, and funds the arts community to invite community-wide participation in the arts.

What We Do

Lakeland Vision collaborates with a broad range of community stakeholders to implement a comprehensive action plan shaped by the community’s own vision of its future.

Our Vision Lakeland – a vibrant community of opportunities for a lifetime.

Strong and Safe Neighborhoods

Lakeland will have neighborhoods where residents enjoy their quality of life.

Jobs for a Vibrant Economy

Lakeland will have jobs for all to support a vibrant economy.

Lifelong Education

Lakeland will have quality educational opportunities for all.

Activities for a Diverse Community

Lakeland will offer activities for all community members.

Strong and Safe Neighborhoods

Lakeland will have neighborhoods where residents enjoy their quality of life.

Jobs for a Vibrant Economy

Lakeland will have jobs for all to support a vibrant economy.

Lifelong Education

Lakeland will have quality educational opportunities for all.

Activities for a Diverse Community

Lakeland will offer activities for all community members.

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