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, but you can’t take Brooklyn out of the girl. I’m living proof that this is true! You can be sure that I’ll always love Brooklyn and this great Museum.”
Anne Pasternak, Director of the Brooklyn Museum, spoke about her appreciation for the continued generosity of Ms. Cantor, saying, “Throughout her life, she has been an incredible friend and generous supporter of the Museum, from gifting our renowned collection of sixty-six Auguste Rodin sculptures and drawings to endowing public programs and publications. Now, our beloved outdoor plaza will honor Iris and her enduring legacy of support for the Museum while undergoing a green transformation, bringing even greater joy to the millions who visit.”
The Iris Cantor plaza is just one cornerstone of the foundation’s continued work at the Museum, which has also included support for the Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Auditorium and a number of exhibitions with subjects ranging from French Impressionists to Japanese architects.
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