The Dallas Historical Society adjusted its annual Awards For Excellence Luncheon at the Fairmont on Thursday, November 21, to streamline the presentation of the Dallas History Makers. Gone was the VIP reception. Instead, the awardees were part of the pre-luncheon reception in the lobby outside the Regency Ballroom with portraits of the recipients by Holt Haynsworth. Looking … [Read more...] about Awards For Excellence Luncheon Recognized Those Embracing The Importance Of The Past
Joan Davidow
JUST IN: Dallas Historical Society’s 2019 Awards For Excellence Recipients Announced
Despite a full plate of activities including arrangements for its 100th anniversary celebration in three years and the current renovation of the Hall of State, the Dallas Historical Society team has lined up the 2019 Award For Excellence recipients. The class of 2019 will be include the following: Arts Leadership - Joan Davidow, supporter of local … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Historical Society’s 2019 Awards For Excellence Recipients Announced
Dallas Contemporary Packs ‘Em In for Legends Salute To Joan Davidow
Dallas Contemporary has had a rough go of late. There were the problems with postponing the opening due to little thing like a city permit. Then there was the air conditioning. Or, rather the lack of an air-conditioning system. And finally there was the stepping aside of its leader Joan Davidow that had many wondering, "What the heck is going on there?" and, "Is it going to … [Read more...] about Dallas Contemporary Packs ‘Em In for Legends Salute To Joan Davidow
Peter Doroshenko Selected To Be Dallas Contemporary Executive Director
Dallas Contemporary announced that Peter Doroshenko (pictured), recently the president and artistic director of the Pinchuk Art Centra in Kiev, has been selected to be its new executive director replacing Joan Davidow. Of course, you're wondering about Peter's credentials. After all, his name is not all that familiar locally. Here's the info provided by DC:In addition to the … [Read more...] about Peter Doroshenko Selected To Be Dallas Contemporary Executive Director