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Reid
Hospital’s MacDowell Gallery, a revolving art display of work by regional
artists, is officially open after a recent dedication ceremony. The gallery is
named after Barry MacDowell, retired CEO at Reid.
“The
MacDowell Gallery plays an integral role in the healing environment of our
campus,” said Randall Kirk, Reid vice president and Reid Foundation president.
“It’s another area for our patients, families and caregivers to step away from
whatever might be going on in their day and find a few minutes of respite,” he
said.
Craig Kinyon,
Reid CEO, said the Reid Governing Board chose to name the gallery in honor of
MacDowell soon after his retirement in 2008, recognizing his role in planning
the new Reid campus and his efforts to make sure the new hospital made “healing
environment” a priority. “Barry has long been a champion of the importance of
addressing the whole person – body, mind and spirit – and realizes how gardens,
art and other factors can play a role in healing,” Kinyon said.
On the second
floor of Reid Outpatient Care Center, the gallery features approximately 25
works by regional artists. The art is on loan and for sale, with a portion of
the proceeds benefiting Richmond Art Museum and Reid Foundation.
“We have a
long history of collaborating with the Richmond Art Museum,” said Jason
Troutwine, Foundation director. “Their assistance with this project has been
extremely helpful,” he said, noting the Art Museum helps with procuring and
displaying the art. “Eastern Indiana has many accomplished artists. This
gallery provides a place to showcase their talent.”
MacDowell said he was humbled by the honor. “I am
truly thankful for being able to play a part in something that will benefit
Reid patients and family members for years to come,” MacDowell said.
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