West End Museum Perseveres Despite Mandated Closure; Readies for Reopening

This period of closure under COVID-19 restrictions has been challenging for The West End Museum, as it has for many nonprofit institutions, particularly smaller ones that depend on visitor donations. Even so, the future looks bright for “Boston’s Neighborhood Museum.” It has a number of vital projects in the works and has maintained continuity of leadership, upheld community engagement, and continued to fulfill its mission.

“It is an exciting period even though we’re not open to the public,” said Duane Lucia, former director and newly elected board president. “We are working on changes that will ensure a better experience for our visitors once we reopen and will solidify support that will sustain the Museum for many years to come.”