Sculpture Park Endowment

DeCordova's Sculpture Park is undergoing an exciting transformation which will make it the nation's preeminent outdoor sculpture venue within a decade. In order to support the growth of its most unique asset, DeCordova has created a new Sculpture Park Endowment with a lead gift of $1 million from the Parker Family Foundation of Lexington, MA. The Sculpture Park Endowment will support changing sculpture exhibitions, innovative educational programming, and scholarship in the field of outdoor sculpture.

Art Acquisition Fund

The DeCordova Sculpture Park + Museum Art Acquisition Fund was established for the sole purpose of purchasing or commissioning artwork for the DeCordova Permanent Collection. With the establishment of this endowment, DeCordova has become more pro-active in its acquisitions of contemporary artwork.

Education Initiative Fund

The Education Initiative Fund encourages innovation and creativity in all aspects of DeCordova's Museum School, outreach, and related educational programs. This vital funding allows DeCordova's Education Department to:

• Hire pioneering artists as teachers and program leaders
• Acquire technology and materials to keep students on the creative forefront
• Increase access to the arts among special populations
• Provide professional development opportunities to faculty and students

General Endowment

Provides support for the Museum's operating needs.