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Yukiko Yamagata to helm NYC's Print Center
Yukiko Yamagata, a seasoned arts professional, has been named the new executive director of NYC's Print Center. The print center, known for its celebration of published art, announced Yamagata's appointment on Thursday afternoon. Prior to this role, Yamagata served as deputy director at Creative Time and led a $15.8 million arts and culture fellowship program at the Open Society Foundations.
Her early career included working as a senior curatorial assistant at the Whitney Museum of American Art and she currently serves on the board of Women Photograph. Yamagata will succeed Judy Hecker, who announced her retirement after a decade at the helm. She is now titled executive director emerita.
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