Maud Page named first woman director of Art Gallery of NSW
Maud Page has been appointed as the Art Gallery of New South Wales' tenth director, making history as the first woman in this role. She succeeds Michael Brand and has been with the gallery since 2017, where she served as the deputy director responsible for collections. During her tenure, the gallery has expanded its outreach efforts, hosted significant international exhibitions, and launched both the Children's Art Library and the Hive Children's Festival. Michael Rose, president of the Art Gallery of NSW Trust, praised Page for her two decades of experience, curatorial expertise, and financial knowledge. She will officially step into her new position on March 28.
Key facts
- Maud Page is the tenth director of the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
- She is the first woman to hold the position.
- Page succeeds Michael Brand.
- She joined the gallery in 2017 as deputy director and director of collections.
- Under her leadership, the gallery launched the Children's Art Library and the Hive Children's Festival.
- Michael Rose is president of the Art Gallery of NSW Trust.
- Page has over two decades of experience in art galleries.
- Her appointment begins on 28 March.
Entities
Institutions
- Art Gallery of New South Wales
- Art Gallery of NSW Trust
Locations
- Sydney
- Australia