{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"What’s Up, Wake","title":"Art in Bloom: Inside the NCMA with Director Valerie HIllings","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/bd2a9421\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1990,"description":"Join Melissa as she interviews Valerie Hillings, the Director of the North Carolina Museum of Art. Valerie shares her journey from studying art history at Duke University to leading the museum. They delve into the upcoming Art in Bloom exhibit, the integration of outdoor and indoor art spaces, and the unique cultural experiences offered by the museum. Valerie also discusses how the museum adapts to different seasons, collaborates with other institutions, and engages with the community. Discover what it takes to bring art to life and the future exhibitions you can't miss.\n00:00 Introduction and Personal Background\n00:21 Museum Dynamics and Building Names\n00:49 Podcast Setup and Introduction\n01:32 Introducing the North Carolina Museum of Art\n02:41 Art in Bloom Exhibition\n04:18 Valerie's Journey to Museum Directorship\n11:04 Museum Operations and Community Engagement\n13:30 Unique Aspects of the North Carolina Museum of Art\n17:00 The Importance of Planning Your Museum Visit\n17:40 The Perks of Local Museums\n18:24 Introducing Art in Bloom\n19:12 Challenges and Logistics of Art in Bloom\n21:37 Themes and Inspirations for Art in Bloom\n23:12 Collaborations and Special Events\n29:33 Upcoming Exhibits and Events\n32:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/3FPpkJ7JIRSxqmup6bUJfqr8_rMrqpK7grf9C8PwVsk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNmM5/OWRmY2Y4NDg0ZDEy/YjlmZjdkZDdhNDI2/OTJiZC5qcGVn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}