The new entryway of the New Crocker is worked on. A fountain (under yellow beam) will be featured in the courtyard, between the existing museum and the expansion.

The expansion of the Crocker:

• Triples the size of the existing facility
•  Quadruples the square footage for exhibition space
•  Accommodates “blockbuster” exhibitions
•  Preserves the historic Art Gallery Building as the architectural centerpiece with its classic, contemporary design
•  Provides a café with indoor and outdoor seating, a 300-seat auditorium and art classrooms
•  Allows for secure collections care and storage space that is not susceptible to flooding
•  Includes a striking two-story atrium for events that can seat 400 for dinner or up to 1,200 including the Courtyard

The Crocker Art Museum recently appointed Randy Roberts as Deputy Director.

As Deputy Director, Roberts will be a part of the Crocker’s senior management team and provide strategic leadership for managers of the education, marketing and development departments. She will also work closely with the director to prepare staff and operations to move into the expanded facility, scheduled to open to the public on October 10, 2010.

Roberts brings 25 years of museum experience in management, education, visitor services and marketing. Most recently, she served as manager of the Visitor Studies Association, an international professional organization focusing on all facets of the visitor experience in museums and other cultural institutions. She is currently pursuing a doctorate in leadership and change through Antioch University.

 “Randy’s many years of experience in museum leadership will be a great asset to the Museum as we prepare to open the New Crocker,” said Lial A. Jones, Director, Crocker Art Museum.

The Crocker Art Museum was established in 1885 and continues as the leading art institution for the California Capital Region and Central Valley. The Museum offers a diverse spectrum of special exhibitions, events and programs to augment its collections of California, European and Asian artworks.

Trim is attached along the north-west side of the expansion today.

The Crocker is located at 216 O Street in Downtown Sacramento.

Museum hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Sunday;

1st & 3rd Thursdays until 9 p.m.

Free admission on Sundays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. is made possible through the

support of Bank of America.

For more information on exhibits and events call (916) 808-7000

or visit crockerartmuseum.org.

SacPress Photos | Kati Garner