While the MFA grapples with an eight-figure deficit, some are taking the museum to task over its decision to lay off nonwhite curators and the director of belonging and inclusion.
Why it matters: The layoffs have dismayed some visitors who accuse leadership of abandoning their commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, which a museum representative called “completely false.”
- The MFA is the latest museum to downsize amid a nationwide downturn, citing a $13-million budget gap.
Catch up quick: The MFA laid off 33 people last week and froze 23 vacant roles, marking a combined 10% staff reduction, per reports from GBH News and…..