The board of trustees of the Barnes Foundation announced that Aileen Roberts has been elected as its new chair. Roberts, who has served on the board since 2005 and as vice chair since 2015, succeeds Joseph Neubauer.
Neubauer led the Barnes as chair from 2015 to 2020 and will remain a trustee and serve as chair of the Barnes Foundation’s $100 million Second Century Campaign.
“The Barnes Foundation is one of Philadelphia’s cultural gems and among the world’s most lauded collections. During the nearly 10 years since the Barnes opened the doors to its new home on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, it has welcomed over 2 million visitors, showcased more than 20 highly acclaimed exhibitions, and secured over $50 million in new commitments toward our $100 million goal for the Second Century Campaign,” says Neubauer.
“Aileen has both a profound knowledge of the Barnes and a proven commitment to it, which extends from the key role she played in bringing the building on the Parkway to life – leading the Buildings, Grounds, and Planning Committee, and working closely with architects Tod Williams and Billie Tsien — to her tireless efforts to ensure the Barnes is a welcoming and inspiring space for staff and visitors alike.“
Roberts, a philanthropist and civic leader, has supported organizations dedicated to arts, culture, and healthcare, and those addressing equity in education through her work as president of the Roberts family foundation.
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