Aspen is a place for leaders to lift their sights above the possessions which possess them. To confront their own nature as human beings, to regain control over their own humanity by becoming more self-aware, more self-correcting, and hence more self-fulfilling.

Walter P. Paepcke, Aspen Institute Co-Founder

AEFI Virtual Site Visit Series for AEF Leaders (Online)

Exploring key dimensions of the AEF lifecycle through site visits and collegial discussions.

AEFI’s new virtual site visit series for AEF leaders features three foundations that exemplify key dimensions of the AEF lifecycle and foreground critical issues in AEF practice, including the integration of generative programming and longterm art stewardship, conservation of permanently installed artworks and art spaces, and development of partnerships to enhance charitable programs.

Site visits are hosted by foundation leaders and will conclude with closed-door, collegial discussions exploring insights into issues, opportunities, and effective practice.*

  • Virtual Site Visit #1 – Henri Cartier-Bresson Foundation
  • COMPLETED, thank you for joining us!
    • Monday, 3/9/26 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM ET
    • Created with their daughter by Henri Cartier-Bresson (1908-2004) and his photographer spouse, Martine Franck (1938-2012), in order to house the artists’ archives and foster the next generation of photographic talent
    • Hosted by Clémont Cheroux, Director
  • Virtual Site Visit #2 – Henry Moore Foundation
  • COMPLETED, thank you for joining us!
    • Monday, 6/1/26 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM ET
    • Formed by Henry Moore (1898 – 1986) and his family to encourage public appreciation of the visual arts
    • Hosted by Godfrey Worsdale, Director
  • Virtual Site Visit #3 – Yinka Shonibare Foundation and Guest Artists Space Foundation
    • Monday, 10/26/26 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM ET
    • Established by Yinka Shonibare (b.1962) to provide community spaces that foster creative practice and international cultural exchange
    • Hosted by Belinda Holden, YSF CEO, and Moni Aisida, GASF Executive Director

*Please note: Beginning in 2026, AEFI’s collegial programming will be open exclusively to leaders, board, and senior staff of member foundations, and member Seminar graduates. Learn more about the AEFI membership program here.

Invitations to register for the virtual site visit series at no fee will be sent to AEFI members closer to the program date.

On behalf of the AEFI learning community, we extend warm thanks to the leaders of the site visit host foundations for their collegial generosity in making this important new program possible.

Questions?

If you have questions about these programs, please contact the AEFI team.

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