Art, Culture, and Community with KC Hurst & Marissa Reyes of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Culture Amplified

The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature.

In this episode, we sit down with KC Hurst and Marissa Reyes from Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art to explore the transformative role of museums in today's society.

Crystal Bridges is at the forefront of making art accessible and engaging, breaking down the traditional barriers that have made art seem exclusive or elite to create a space where everyone feels welcome.

We discuss the concept of “radical access,” the role of museums in fostering a sense of inclusion and belonging, the importance of listening to and learning from the community, the pivotal role of digital engagement in reaching wider audiences, and the ongoing work to create a workplace culture as vibrant and diverse as the art it celebrates.

You can read the full transcript of this conversation on our website.

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Featured In This Episode

KC Hurst is Chief Marketing, Communications, and Digital Officer for Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, a renowned cultural institution located in Bentonville, Arkansas.

Marissa Reyes is Chief Learning and Engagement Officer for Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. She has over 20 years of experience in the arts, education, and culture sectors and 14 years of senior leadership experience in art museums. She was recognized as the 2014 Illinois Museum Art Educator of the Year by the Illinois Art Education Association.

Cameron Magee is the owner of avad3 Event Production, a full-service provider of audio, video, lighting, staging, set design, and streaming services for in-person, virtual, or hybrid events. Cameron founded the company in 2011 in his college dorm room. He now leads a team of over 50 hard-working professionals that design and deliver flawless event production for clients nationwide. Cameron believes that character is as important as competence. He’s committed to building a people-centered production company that brings listening, empathy, and integrity to every client engagement, along with world-class technical expertise and seamless execution.

Adrian McIntyre, PhD is a cultural anthropologist, media personality, and internationally recognized authority on communication and human connection. He delivers engaging keynote speeches and experiential culture-shift programs that train executives, managers, and teams to communicate more effectively and connect on a deeper level by asking better questions and telling better stories.

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