Philanthropist and MoMA President Emerita Agnes Gund Dies at 87

Agnes Gund, a well-known American philanthropist and former leader of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York, has died. Hailing from the Gund banking and real estate family in Cleveland, she obtained a master’s degree in art history from Harvard, emphasizing art and education. Gund became a member of MoMA's International Council in 1967, was appointed a trustee in 1976, and held the position of board president from 1991 to 2002. Renowned for her active involvement, she donated numerous artworks to the museum and engaged in performances, lectures, and discussions. Her collection featured significant 20th-century and contemporary artists, with pieces given to MoMA, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Cleveland Museum of Art. Additionally, she chaired the New York Mayor's Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission, established the Studio in a School Association, served on the Foundation for Contemporary Arts board, and was an honorary trustee of Independent Curators International.