Community Partners & Membership Meeting Update
- Margaret Millmore
- May 1
- 2 min read
April 29, 2025 The Community Partners & Membership Meeting at The NIC 2025 was a wonderful success. The evening began with champagne, hors d'oeuvres and socializing in The NIC’s Bryce Hall. Treasurer, Erin McNicoll shared a snapshot of The NIC’s budget and upcoming support from Museums for All Initiative, which is in progress with support from Collective Health Trust.
Up next was Board President, Geoff Hunt and Executive Director, Allison Maluchnik, both of whom shared the museum’s 2024 and 2025 successes thus far and upcoming programs, events, and exhibits.
Impact at a Glance: In 2024, The NIC had more than 28,000 visitors, with over 600 volunteer hours, hosted 20 exhibits, and accommodated multiple receptions and events for local private groups, individuals and organizations.
Community Events in 2024 and 2025: NIC Fest, Dia de los Muertos, and Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations. Upcoming events for 2025 include all of the above and the NCSD Fifth Grade Art Show (May 1st), and the annual Wyoming Reads (May 20th).
In addition, The NIC hosts a variety of education and community programs in its Discovery Center, such as: Preschool Picassos, Homeschool Art, Art Play, Art Club, Summer Camps, and Art Studio. The NIC also offers many opportunities for middle and high schoolers in conjunction with the Natrona County School District.
What’s Ahead in 2025: Continued expansion of Museums for All, the Muller Sculpture Garden Project Phase 1 (completion expected Fall 2026), 20 planned exhibitions, 15 educational programs, 10 receptions and cultural events are planned thus far.
As a non-profit, The NIC relies on the revenues from event rentals by various members of the private, corporate and non-profit of the communities. For information on availability, email: events@thenic.org or call Kelby at (307) 235-5247.
Margaret Millmore
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