About the Event

In this Creative’s Keynote, Sandra Jackson-Dumont, Director and CEO of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, will discuss the power of visual storytelling. Attendees will learn about the role of narrative art in influencing societies, innovative approaches to curating projects, and ways to create space for a wide range of perspectives and ideas.

Co-founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is the first museum dedicated to the art of illustrated stories across cultures and times. The Lucas Museum’s mission is to inspire and connect people through the exploration of visual stories and their influences in society.

The talk will be followed by a salon-style cocktail hour from 7 to 8 pm.

About Sandra Jackson-Dumont

Sandra Jackson-Dumont is a curator, author, educator, administrator, and public advocate for reimagining the role of art museums in society. She is currently the director and chief executive officer of the new Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles, where she oversees all curatorial, educational, public, and operational affairs for the fast-developing institution. Throughout her roles in some of the country’s most renowned museums, she has collaborated with living artists, communities, creatives, and historical materials. Her work catalyzes the presence of increasingly dynamic and diverse audiences in cultural spaces while exploring issues of relevance. Under Jackson-Dumont’s leadership, the Lucas Museum will explore the potential of narrative art to inspire community and move people to think about the impact of images on our world.