Meet Mary Poole–former President + CEO of Artspace!

Mary led our organization for nearly 20 years and was instrumental in so much of the growth Artspace has experienced, including more exhibition opportunities for artists, a strengthened outreach and education program, and the purchase of our building. By purchasing the building, Mary, the Board, the staff, and the city helped protect a key piece of Raleigh’s history, ensuring that affordable artist studios, exhibitions, and creative space remain in this historic downtown location despite rising prices and city growth. We’re grateful to hear a little more of her Artspace story. . . . #Artspace40 #RaleighNC