Remai Modern Outpaces First-Year Expectations

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The Remai Modern in Saskatoon says it has attracted twice as many visitors as expected in it first year of operation.

The gallery, which marks its first anniversary on Oct. 21, says it had some 453,000 visits, exceeding its goal of 190,000.

Gregory Burke, the Remai's executive director, described the past year as "the birth of a vision."

“I’m delighted that the people of Saskatoon and beyond have embraced the exhibitions, the space and the programs as we bring a global art experience to the local community,” he said.

The gallery says it earned $484,579 in admission revenue in its first year, exceeding a goal of $410,000. Forty per cent of visitors came from outside of Saskatchewan.

The gallery has 9,138 members and earned more than $364,000 in membership revenue.

Anniversary celebrations will be held Oct. 19 to Oct. 21.

Source: Remai Modern