In this episode of The Current by TreasureCoast.com, we sit down with Caitlin Swindell, Chief Curator at the Vero Beach Museum of Art. She shares a behind-the-scenes look at how exhibitions are curated, from internationally renowned shows to local artists and beyond.
🎨 Learn more about Vero Beach Museum of Art: https://www.vbmuseum.org/
🖼️ Second Saturdays - Free admission every Second Saturday: https://www.vbmuseum.org/second-saturdays/
🗓️ Upcoming Performances & Lectures: https://www.vbmuseum.org/upcoming-events-lectures-seminars/
We discuss the complexities of transporting historic works, collaborating with living artists, and the decision-making process involved in selecting exhibitions. Caitlin offers insight into her process of discovering talent, the significance of thematic exhibitions, and how the museum balances accessibility with academic rigor. This conversation provides a window into the curatorial role and the planning that powers one of the Treasure Coast’s most respected and valued cultural institutions.