named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Considering Collections: New Curatorial Approaches to Northern Drawings
Panel discussion highlighting early career curators and their exhibitions on Northern drawings from public, private, and university collections
DRAWINGS WEEK
Annual event series featuring panel discussions and presentations by curators, scholars, and artists focused on historical and contemporary drawing practices
The Importance of Jewelry in Portraiture: Symbols, Power, and Secrets
Panel exploring the role of jewelry in historical portraiture and its symbolic significance across cultures and periods
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 2 activities
- Hosting scholarly events and symposia on drawingOrganizes academic and public-facing events, including symposia, panel discussions, and public talks, to advance knowledge and discourse on drawing practices, such as those held during DRAWINGS WEEK 2026 and On Drawings 2025, covering topics from Gothic architectural drawings to mapmaking and national identity in American art.
- Organizing exhibitions on historical and contemporary drawingsCurates and presents exhibitions focused on drawings from various periods and regions, such as works by Odilon Redon, Willem de Kooning, Andrew Wyeth, and Early Netherlandish artists, featuring collections from public and private institutions. Exhibitions include scholarly components and often involve collaboration with major cultural institutions.
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Art and Antique Research, Curation, and Sales 1 activity
- Conducting interdisciplinary research on drawingsCarries out and disseminates research that combines curatorial, conservation, and scientific analysis to deepen understanding of specific drawing traditions, such as Early Netherlandish drawings, supporting scholarly advancement and informing exhibition content.
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Research and Scholarly Fellowship Support 1 activity
- Providing organizational and financial support for art-related scholarly activitiesSupports symposia and research initiatives related to drawings, including funding and logistical assistance for events such as a symposium on the making of tarot cards, demonstrating a broader commitment to fostering scholarship in the field.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$80K
Contributions & grants$5K7%
Program service revenue$67K83%
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expenses
Total expenses$72K
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balance sheet
Total assets$21K
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Net assets$21K
3 years on record · 2023–2025 · YoY revenue +4.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 1
- ALLISON WUCHER — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
relationships · 29
Who they work with
- Art Institute of Chicago Partner — Co-organized the "Willem de Kooning Drawing" exhibition.
- Bard Graduate Center Partner — Partner in organizing public programs and events on architectural drawing.
- Brandywine Museum of Art Partner — Provides support for the exhibition through the Andrew & Betsy Wyeth Study Center
- British Museum Partner — Collaborates with the British Museum to present an exhibition on Early Netherlandish drawings, leveraging the museum's collection holdings.
- Cleveland Museum of Art Partner — Co-organizes the exhibition "Spectacular Freedom: Andrew Wyeth and the Modern American Watercolor"
- Conservation Center of the Institute of Fine Arts, New York University Partner — Co-organized the DRAWINGS WEEK 2026 event on French and Belgian drawings.
- Conservation Center, NYU IFA Partner — Partnered with The Drawing Foundation to organize the "Beyond Boundaries: Mapmaking" panel discussion.
- Getty Partner — Collaborates with the Getty to present an exhibition of Odilon Redon's works from its collection.
- International Music and Art Foundation Funder — Receives grant support from the International Music and Art Foundation for a research project and exhibition on Early Netherlandish drawings.
- Master Drawings Partner — Co-organized the DRAWINGS WEEK 2026 event and the Master Drawings Symposium.
- Master Drawings New York Network — Associated with the DRAWINGS WEEK 2026 event.
- Master Drawings New York Network — Event held in association with Master Drawings New York 2026.
- Master Drawings New York Partner — Associated with the organization of the DRAWINGS WEEK 2026 event.
- Master Drawings New York 2025 Partner — Associated partner for the DRAWINGS WEEK 2026 event.
- Master Drawings New York 2026 Network — Associated with The Drawing Foundation for DRAWINGS WEEK 2026.
- Master Drawings New York 2026 Partner — Associated with the DRAWINGS WEEK 2026 event
- Metropolitan Museum of Art Partner — Partner in organizing public programs and events on architectural drawing, specifically through its Department of Drawings and Prints.
- Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam Partner — Collaborated on organizing the "Willem de Kooning Drawing" exhibition.
- Sotheby’s New York Partner — Provided the venue for the DRAWINGS WEEK 2026 event.
- Stephen Ongpin Fine Art Partner — Stephen Ongpin of Stephen Ongpin Fine Art serves as a board member of The Drawing Foundation.
- Tavolozza Foundation Funder — Provided generous support for the DRAWINGS WEEK 2026 event.
- The Institute of Fine Arts, New York University Partner — Co-presented a symposium on the making of tarot cards.
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art Partner — Co-organized the DRAWINGS WEEK 2026 event with The Drawing Foundation.
- The Willem de Kooning Foundation Partner — Provided consultation for the "Willem de Kooning Drawing" exhibition.
- The Winter Show Partner — Co-organized the DRAWINGS WEEK 2026 event
- Trois Crayons Partner — Partner organization in the co-organization of DRAWINGS WEEK 2026.
- West Harlem Art Fund Partner — Partnered with The Drawing Foundation to organize DRAWINGS WEEK 2026.
- Wyeth Foundation for American Art Partner — Associates with The Drawing Foundation in organizing the exhibition on Andrew Wyeth's watercolors
- resource hub Network — Vibrant network for members around the world
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
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- Interdisciplinary Exhibition and Dialogue as Scholarly Advancementmethodology: exhibition-linked public programmingBy integrating curated art exhibitions with public symposia, panel discussions, and collaborative research, we advance the study of drawing as a dynamic field, because thematic and interdisciplinary exploration fosters deeper art historical understanding and stimulates new scholarly inquiry.
- Networked Community Building for Generational Engagementmethodology: community-building for generational engagementBy cultivating a global, interconnected community of professionals, enthusiasts, and emerging scholars through collaborative programming and digital engagement, we sustain long-term interest in drawing and ensure the intergenerational transmission of knowledge and appreciation, because shared passion and accessible participation reinforce cultural continuity and field vitality.
- Support for Emerging Scholars through Curated Platformsmethodology: early-career-scholar-supportBy creating dedicated platforms such as the Ricciardi Prize to highlight and present research from early-career scholars, we strengthen the future of drawing studies, because targeted recognition and visibility encourage scholarly innovation and professional development in a specialized field.