Bowdoin College Museum of Art (BCMA) has appointed Stephen G. Perkinson, Professor of Art History, as interim director for a two-year term. Perkinson, a scholar of Medieval and Renaissance art of Northern Europe, has a long history with the museum, having curated several exhibitions including 'Medieval Art from the Wyvern Collection' and 'The Ivory Mirror'. He succeeds Anne Collins Goodyear and Frank Goodyear, who will assist during the transition until June 30, 2026.
This appointment matters because it ensures continuity of leadership at a respected college museum during a transitional period. Perkinson's deep curatorial experience and academic expertise strengthen the museum's mission to integrate exhibitions with teaching. His recent presidency of the International Center of Medieval Art also signals the museum's commitment to scholarly excellence and international connections.