Oral history interview with Franklin Murphy, 1990 January 24 and May 5.

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Oral history interview with Franklin Murphy, 1990 January 24 and May 5.

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=aFranklin Murphy served as a trustee of the National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C. from 1964 to 1993 and as chairman of the board from 1985 to 1993. Murphy recalled his early experiences with the Samuel H. Kress Foundation, on whose board he served, and his association with the National Gallery,including his role in the selection of John Walker as David Finley's successor. He discussed the character and influence of various members of the board of trustees, directors John Walker and J. Carter Brown, and notable staff members. He recalled significant events in the Gallery's history including the conservation controversy of the late 1970s and activities and decisions associated with planning and construction of the East Building. He reflected on Paul Mellon and his influence on the National Gallery and described other major donors and fund-raising efforts, including the Patrons' Permanent Fund, the Collectors Committee, and the Trustees' Council.

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