Cape Ann Museum reopens after renovations with major art exhibition
The Cape Ann Museum in Gloucester, Massachusetts, reopened on June 30 after a 20-month renovation funded by a $23 million campaign. The reopening featured the exhibition 'Avery, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea,' showcasing 82 works from 26 lending institutions, including 16 museums across the country. The exhibition, guest curated by Eliza Rathbone, will be on display until September 27, 2026, before traveling to The Phillips Collection in Washington, DC.
The Cape Ann Museum (CAM) in Gloucester, Massachusetts, celebrated its reopening on June 30, 2023, following a significant 20-month renovation. This project was made possible by a successful fundraising campaign that raised $23 million, exceeding the museum's original goal of $18 million. The reopening also marked the debut of the exhibition 'Avery, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea,' featuring 82 works of art from 26 lending institutions, including 16 museums across the country. This exhibition signifies a new chapter for the museum and highlights the close friendship and artistic collaboration among three renowned artists: Milton Avery, Adolph Gottlieb, and Mark Rothko.
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