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Dr. Victoria Ramirez

Executive Director
Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts

I am the executive director of the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA) and have more than 20 years of executive-level experience in the museum field. Working closely with AMFA leadership, I have helped to build an inclusive, accessible institution ready to reach new audiences while honoring its rich legacy.

PRESSING QUESTIONS

Best career moment so far

My most recent highlight was celebrating AMFA’s one-year anniversary in April 2024.

What keeps me coming back to my job every day

Working with staff and knowing our work makes a difference in peoples’ lives.

The one thing I wish people knew about my field

You do not need to be an artist to enjoy art.

How I knew this was my passion

I have always loved art and museums. It was a dream job to begin working in museums as a college student.

IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS

Hometown

Cleveland, Ohio

I can’t start my day until

Coffee

Hobbies

Travel and outdoors

Binge watch

“Palm Royale”

Last good read

“Making the Mummies Dance” by Thomas Hoving

Favorite meal in town

Park Grill’s salmon salad

Best recent local discovery

MacArthur Park

Latest splurge

A fancy hotel

Most-used app

I don't use apps

Dream vacation

Mexico

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