Lima Museum of Art (MALI): Give and You Shall Receive

Initially, the dilemma seemed to be centered on how to respond to the bad news about delayed building renovations due to government red tape, which would continue to have a negative impact on the museum. However, this was a mere symptom of the real dilema of how to further develop an institution within a society lacking institutions or with very weak institutions. The case then proceeds to outline the major periods in the museum's institutional development: Building a Past: 1954-1968 The museum was founded within a specific social and historical context which served as the foundation from which later developments emerged. Its mission was identified, a network of trustees was established, the building was secured, and perhaps most importantly, its permanent collection was acquired. Storm and Stress: 1968-1993 Major benefactors suffered economically, left the country, or both. In the 1980s, political violence and economic instability added to the challenges. During this time, the museum adapted itself to the context. Starving for revenues, it offered art classes, which contributed to its economic survival (at worst), and enabled it to achieve a modicum of self-sufficiency (at best). MALI´s Rise and Institutional Questioning: 1993-2002 The museum began to emerge in fuller form in the 1990s under the leadership of Walter Piazza, drawing support from a younger generation. In parallel with the country's rising fortunes, the museum began to broaden its support and diversify its revenues. In addition, foreign companies joined in to sponsor activities. Institutional Strengthening and the Next Five Years: 2003-2013 New activities were started and the museum gradually revived, culminating in its rebranding as MALI. However, this institutionalization process occurred within a healthy economic context. With a slowdown on the horizon and its potential subsequent pressures, would MALI as an institution be able to withstand the strain?

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