Iris Cantor Plaza Opens at the Brooklyn Museum
The Brooklyn Museum celebrated the opening of the newly established Iris Cantor Plaza. The plaza honors the decades-long commitment between Cantor and the Brooklyn museum. The brand-new plaza serves as an inspiring gateway connecting the surrounding community to the rest of the Museum. Designed by Brook Klausing and Rebecca McMackin, the plaza features new landscaping, including wildflowers, native plants, and integrated seating. The space is versatile, accommodating activities such as yoga classes, family art-making, and rotating outdoor exhibitions. The Museum is especially important to Ms Cantor, who grew up just blocks away: “The truth is, I’ve never really been far from the Brooklyn Museum. I’ve watched it grow in stature in the art world, and as a popular destination for art lovers. I’ve taken pleasure in being a supporter over the years. And today I am incredibly proud to see this Plaza reimagined…They say you can take the girl out of Brooklyn,...