Who Supports Art Now? Patronage in a Shifting Cultural Landscape @TEFAFofficial
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Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
This conversation brings together Sarah Arison, Board President of The Museum of Modern Art, and Michi Jigarjian, Founder of WOAH, two influential figures redefining what patronage looks like today. Moving between major institutions and grassroots initiatives, both have built models that prioritize artists, audiences, and the communities they serve.

*Panelists*
*Andrew Russeth* — Editor, Artnet News Pro
*Sarah Arison* — President, Arison Arts Foundation
*Michi Jigarjian* — CEO and Founder, WORK OF ART HOLDINGS

This TEFAF Talk was presented by Artnet as part of TEFAF New York’s programming and took place on May 15, 2026

View full TEFAF Programming overview at tefaf.com/talks
Who Supports Art Now? Patronage in a Shifting Cultural LandscapeThe Evolving Role of Private MuseumsSeeking the Sentiment of Home: The Smithsonian Design TriennialThe Shifting Landscape of the Asian Art MarketConversations on Conservation: Ludovico Mazzolino’s Crossing of the Red SeaThe Enduring Relevance of Frans Hals: The Dutch Golden Age and Today​TEFAF New York Cultural Program Spring 2019: Art and Political Action: Arts Strongest CallsCollecting for the Public: The Fondazione Luigi Rovati , MilanTEFAF Summit 2025 — Reimagining Philanthropy: New Models for Private Funding in the ArtsThe Future of The Met: Max Hollein in ConversationThe Frick Looking Forward: Tracing the Evolution of the MuseumConversations on Conservation: Making the Invisible Visible
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Who Supports Art Now? Patronage in a Shifting Cultural Landscape

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