Bruce W. Pepich Legacy Fund

$33,922.85

Raised

Donations

$50,000

Goal

Bruce W. Pepich was hired in a programming position at the Charles A. Wustum Museum of Fine Arts, the original of the Racine Art Museum Association's two campuses, in 1974. He became Executive Director in 1981 and led the museum through a series of strategic initiatives that achieved regional and then national attention for the institution. In those 43 years, the museum transformed into one of the nation’s leading centers for contemporary craft, as Pepich personally grew the permanent collection from 326 pieces to over 11,000 works. 


In celebration of his 50 years of service to the organization, RAMA's Board of Directors has established the Bruce W. Pepich Legacy Fund at RAM to underwrite care, conservation, and presentation of works in RAM’s collection. Contributions in any amount are welcome at any time on an ongoing basis. This fund will continue his work by bringing the public together with the ideas and technical talents of RAM’s diverse collection artists.

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Jeffrey Dever

Bruce has been a seminal force in expanding the world of fine studio craft. Under his leadership he has created a world class museum with recognized international standing, and built a strong foundation for RAM's future. Thank you Bruce for your vision.

Bob and Jill

Bob and Jill acknowledge the hard and wonderful work Bruce has put into RAM and wish Bruce a well deserved retirement.

Patricia Erens | $208.54

Bruce, It has been such a pleasure working with you to enhance the collection at RAM. I hope the next stage of your life will be as happy and satisfying. Patricia Erens

Mary Merkel-Hess | $1,000

The support and encouragement of Bruce Pepich and RAM was important in my early career as an artist. I remain grateful to this day.

Jaylynn Milstein

Thank you, Bruce, for your steadfast support of the arts!

Joyce Scott | $100

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