After 10 years of transformative leadership at BIMA, Executive Director Sheila Hughes has announced her departure at the end of June. Since joining in 2016, she led the museum to new heights—from sustainability and accessibility to visibility and public service.
With Sheila at the helm, BIMA has elevated our collections, expanded the ways we support artists, broadened our programming, and deepened our partnerships and community connections. In particular, Sheila has been instrumental in elevating BIMA’s commitment to elevating the Cynthia Sears Artists’ Books Collection and cemented the museum’s reputation as a national leader in the field of artists’ books. An arts leader in our region for more than 35 years, her nurturing spirit and deep appreciation for the role of the artists themselves led to the creation of the BRAVA Awards, which award four artists $15,000 of unrestricted funding.
We couldn`t agree more with what Suzanna Darcy, President of BIMA`s Board of Directors, said: "Sheila Hughes is the whole package… Sheila is smart, insightful, inspiring, creative, and financially astute—a unique combination of skills and heart."
To ensure a seamless transition, a thoughtful process is already underway. You can read more about this announcement on our website: https://www.biartmuseum.org/blog/2026/thank-you-for-10-amazing-years-sheila
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