Press RoomMEDIA ADVISORY: In response to coronavirus (COVID-19), Phoenix Art Museum cancels events and tours through April 3
MEDIA ADVISORY: In response to coronavirus (COVID-19), Phoenix Art Museum cancels events and tours through April 3
Mar, 13, 2020
Media Alerts
MEDIA ADVISORY: In response to coronavirus (COVID-19), Phoenix Art Museum cancels events and tours through April 3
PHOENIX (March 13, 2020) – With the health and safety of our
visitors, Members, staff, and community at the forefront of our minds, and in
line with the recommendations of the U.S. Center for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC) regarding coronavirus (COVID-19), Phoenix Art Museum is canceling all on-site and off-site Museum
programs and events, including daily public and school tours, effective
immediately through April 3. For a full list of canceled events, visit phxart.org/events/calendar/.
The Museum
will continue to monitor recommendations from federal and state public-health
authorities, and if additional events and activities are canceled after April
3, we will communicate those changes via email, through our social media
channels (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter), and at phxart.org, which offers visitor information in
both English and Spanish.
The Museum remains open during
regular operating hours as a place of calm and respite, but we will continue to assess our
operational plans as more information surrounding COVID-19 is released. If it
becomes necessary to adjust our business hours, we will provide notification
via the same channels mentioned above. Community members may also contact the
Museum’s front office at 602.257.1880 to verify any changes in hours or
services.
Ticket Refunds
The Museum
will be refunding event tickets automatically within 7-10 business days, but if
individuals wish to donate the cost of their tickets back to Phoenix Art
Museum, they can contact tickets@phxart.org for more information. We are deeply
appreciative of any support and generosity at this critical time, which will
help to increase access to inspiring art for visitors of all ages, backgrounds,
and abilities.
Information
on the cancelation of Members’ and Circles of Support events can be found on phxart.org.
Precautionary Measures
The Museum
will continue to maintain its high standards of cleanliness throughout all of
its spaces. We are canceling all out-of-state business travel for our
employees, and any employees currently out of town on personal or business
travel will not be permitted to return to the Museum until two weeks after
their return date. The Museum will also be installing additional hand-sanitizer
stations throughout the Museum, which we encourage all guests to make use of
during their visits.
Other safety
recommendations the Museum would like to share with visitors and the community
include the following:
Wash your hands often for at least 20
seconds and with soap and water.
If opportunity for hand washing is
not available, use hand sanitizers. The Museum currently has hand-sanitizer
stations at the admissions desk and near the restrooms, with plans to add
additional stations.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or
mouth.
Avoid close contact with people who
are sick.
Cover your coughs and sneezes. Hold a
tissue over your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. Throw that tissue
away and wash your hands.
Avoid handshakes or hugs.
Clean and disinfect frequently
touched objects and surfaces.
Since 1959, Phoenix Art
Museum has provided millions of guests with access to world-class art and
experiences in an effort to ignite imaginations, create meaningful connection,
and serve as a brave space for all people who wish to experience the
transformative power of art. Located in Phoenix’s Central Corridor, the Museum
is a vibrant destination for the visual arts and the largest art museum in the
southwestern United States. Each year, more than 300,000 guests engage with
critically acclaimed national and international exhibitions and the Museum’s
collection of more than 20,000 works of American and Western American, Asian,
European, Latin American, modern and contemporary art, and fashion design. The
Museum also presents a comprehensive film program, live performances, and
educational programs designed for visitors of all ages, along with vibrant
photography exhibitions made possible through the Museum’s landmark partnership
with the Center for Creative Photography, University of Arizona. To learn more
about Phoenix Art Museum, visit phxart.org, or call 602.257.1880.
