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I want to take a moment to thank you all for the incredible welcome I’ve received in this first month in my role! I look forward to meeting the full Guide and Volunteer community in the coming months. As I know firsthand, having grown up visiting Mia, you inspire wonder in our visitors with your efforts to share the power of art with all.

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Your dedication, your countless hours of training and preparation, and the thoughtful, engaging tours you’ve provided have brought Mia’s collections to life for thousands of visitors. From school groups to public and private tours, your impact has extended far beyond our galleries—not just here in the Twin Cities, but across Minnesota and beyond.

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You are often the first and most meaningful point of connection our visitors have with Mia, and we don’t take that for granted. Your passion for art, education, and storytelling is what makes this museum experience so memorable for so many.

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I know this year has brought a number of changes, and I want to sincerely thank you all for your patience and the thoughtful feedback you’ve shared with me during my first month here at Mia. I encourage you all to continue sharing insights with me that will shape the work we do together.

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I’m deeply grateful for everything we’ve accomplished coming out of the pandemic—and am truly excited about all we’ll achieve in the future. Thank you for your time, your energy, and your unwavering support of Mia.

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Christine Fleming
Senior Manager of Guides & Volunteers