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Crocker Art Museum announces first new director in 25 years

( — The Crocker Art Museum announced its first new director in 25 years following the departure of longtime leader Lial Jones last year. The museum said that Agustin Arteaga, who has served as the director of the Dallas Museum of Art since 2016, will take over the role starting on July 1. Video Above: The Louvre's transformation from a fortress to a world-renowned art museum 'Art has the power to inspire, educate, and unite communities,' said Arteaga. 'I am honored to join the Crocker Art Museum, a renowned and celebrated historic institution in Sacramento, a forward-thinking city, and the decision-making center of the world's fifth-largest economy. Building on an extraordinary legacy of excellence, I look forward to working alongside the Board, the dedicated and talented staff, and the City, to expand access to the arts, create transformative experiences for visitors, and celebrate the rich artistic diversity that defines California and beyond.' According to the museum, in Dallas, Arteaga introduced a bilingual initiative and increased exhibitions dedicated to women, Latin American, African American and LGBTQ+ artists. Prior to working in Dallas, Arteaga worked as a director at the Museo Nacional de Arte in Mexico City, the Museo de Arte de Ponce in Puerto Rico and the Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires in Argentina. SUSD, Mexican Heritage Center and Gallery host student art exhibit 'The Crocker Art Museum is a cultural cornerstone of the Sacramento region and California,' said Garry Maisel, President of the Crocker Art Museum Association Board of Directors. 'We are thrilled to welcome Agustín Arteaga, whose dynamic and visionary leadership and deep commitment to community engagement will propel the Museum into an exciting new chapter and expand the influence of the Crocker nationally and internationally. His impressive record of innovation, inclusivity, and institutional excellence makes him the ideal person to guide the Crocker forward.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.