GILBERT MAURER

MAURER--Gilbert C. The Whitney Museum of American Art mourns the loss of Gilbert C. Maurer, who died on April 6, 2025. A longtime member of the Board, Gil became a Trustee in 1983, serving as Board President from 1994 to 1998. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the Whitney, he was named Honorary Trustee upon his retirement in 2011. He remained actively involved in this capacity, giving generously to the Whitney's collection as a member of the Drawing and Print Committee, along with his pivotal support of Whitney education programs, staff, and interns. As former COO of Hearst, a member of the Hearst Corporation's Board of Directors, and a Trustee of the William Randolph Hearst Foundation, Gil also played a pivotal role in building the company's relationship with the Whitney. The Whitney was incredibly fortunate to benefit from Gil's dedication as a practicing artist, his leadership and business acumen, and his unwavering commitment to the institution over the years. His loss is deeply felt by all at the Whitney.