Hallie Ford Museum of Art Appoints New Director
The Hallie Ford Museum of Art at Willamette University has named Jonathan Bucci as its new director, marking a significant transition for the institution.
The Hallie Ford Museum of Art at Willamette University in Salem has a new director, Jonathan Bucci, who previously served as the collections manager and curator of the museum for the last 20 years (source ID: 1). Bucci assumed his new role in September, following a period of leadership in the museum's operations. The museum, which has been a fixture of the Willamette University campus since 1998, is now under new leadership as it navigates a period of change. [1]
Bucci will discuss his vision for the museum and the significance of this transition during a broadcast of Think Out Loud on November 13, 2026 (source ID: 1). The program will explore how Bucci believes this moment represents not only a shift for the Hallie Ford Museum of Art, but also for museums and collections across Oregon. The interview is part of the ongoing conversation about the role and future of cultural institutions in the region. [1]
The announcement of Bucci’s appointment follows a correction by OPB regarding the spelling of the museum's name, which was updated to reflect the correct spelling of 'Hallie' (source ID: 1). The broadcast will air at 2 p.m. on Friday, November 13, and will be rebroadcast later that evening. Listeners are invited to engage with the program through social media, email, or phone to provide feedback or suggest topics for future discussions. [1]
The Hallie Ford Museum of Art at Willamette University in Salem has appointed Jonathan Bucci as its new director, following his long tenure as collections manager and curator of the museum for the last 20 years (source ID: 1). This transition marks a significant shift in leadership for the museum, which has been a fixture of the Willamette University campus since 1998 (source ID: 1). Bucci's new role as director began in September 2026, following his previous responsibilities in curating and managing the museum's collections. [1]
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Bucci will discuss his vision for the museum and the significance of this transition during a broadcast of Think Out Loud on November 13, 2026 (source ID: 1). The program will explore Bucci’s hopes for the museum and his perspective on the current moment as a period of transition not only for the Hallie Ford Museum of Art but for museums and collections across Oregon (source ID: 1). The discussion will provide insight into the museum’s future direction and its role in the broader cultural landscape. [1]
The announcement of Bucci’s appointment follows a correction by OPB regarding the spelling of the museum's name, which was updated to reflect the correct spelling of 'Hallie' (source ID: 1). This correction was made to ensure accuracy in the ongoing coverage of the museum and its leadership changes. The correction highlights the attention to detail in reporting on the museum and its new director (source ID: 1). [1]
The Hallie Ford Museum of Art at Willamette University in Salem has appointed Jonathan Bucci as its new director, following his long tenure as collections manager and curator of the museum for the last 20 years (source ID: 1). Bucci will discuss his vision for the museum and the significance of this transition during a broadcast of Think Out Loud on November 13, 2026 (source ID: 1). [1]
The museum has been a fixture of the Willamette University campus since 1998, and Bucci has served in key roles there for two decades before assuming the director position in September 2026 (source ID: 1). [1]
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The announcement of Bucci’s appointment follows a correction by OPB regarding the spelling of the museum's name, which was updated to reflect the correct spelling of 'Hallie' (source ID: 1). [1]
The Hallie Ford Museum of Art at Willamette University in Salem has a new director, Jonathan Bucci, who previously served as the collections manager and curator of the museum for the last 20 years (source ID: 1). Bucci will discuss his vision for the museum and the significance of this transition during a broadcast of Think Out Loud on November 13, 2026 (source ID: 1). [1]
The museum has been a fixture of the Willamette University campus since 1998, and Bucci has served in key roles there for two decades before assuming the director position in September 2026 (source ID: 1). The announcement of Bucci’s appointment follows a correction by OPB regarding the spelling of the museum's name, which was updated to reflect the correct spelling of 'Hallie' (source ID: 1). [1]
Think Out LoudNov. 13, 2026 2 p.m.Broadcast: Friday, Nov. 13The Hallie Ford Museum of Art at Willamette University in Salem has a new director. The museum has been a fixture of the Willamette University campus since 1998. Jonathan Bucci served as the collections manager and curator of the Hallie Ford Museum of Art for the last 20 years, until he stepped into his role as director in September. We’ll hear from Bucci about his hopes for the museum, and why he believes this is a moment of transition — not only for his museum, but for museums and collections across Oregon (source ID: 1). [1]
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