The Georgia O’Keeffe Museum Remembers Supporters Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE–February 27, 2025–(Santa Fe, NM)–The Georgia O’Keeffe Museum is deeply saddened by the passing of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa.
From 1997 to 2004, Gene served on the Museum’s Board of Trustees, playing a vital role in shaping the Museum’s early years. Beyond his role as a Trustee, Gene contributed to the Museum in meaningful ways, notably as the narrator of the Perry Miller Adato film, Georgia O’Keeffe: A Life in Art. The Museum is grateful for his commitment to sharing Georgia O’Keeffe’s legacy and their deep support of the arts and cultural initiatives.
We extend our deepest condolences.
Left: Gene Hackman at Georgia O’Keeffe Museum Opening, July 1997. Right: John Marion and Gene Hackman at Georgia O’Keeffe Museum Opening, July 1997.
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For media inquiries, contact:
Renee Lucero
Public Relations Manager, Georgia O’Keeffe Museum
505-946-1063
rlucero@gokm.org
ABOUT THE GEORGIA O’KEEFFE MUSEUM: Since 1997, the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum celebrates the art, life, and independent spirit of Georgia O’Keeffe. Located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where Georgia O’Keeffe lived the final decades of her life, the O’Keeffe has sites and experiences in two historic destinations, Santa Fe and Abiquiú. For more information, please visit gokm.org
