From the beginning, sculpture has been central to the Whitney’s story. The Whitney was founded around one monumental bronze sculpture. And today, its collection of sculpture is broad and deep—a […]

Nicole Todd was formerly the Curatorial Assistant for the Whitney Western Art Museum. She graduated from the University of Oklahoma, with bachelor’s degrees in Zoology and Art History, and a master’s degree in Art History, with a focus on western American art and a specialization in Will James’s art. As Curatorial Assistant, Nicole engaged in art historical research, supported educational programming, answered public inquiries, and contributed to the Whitney’s online presence.
by Nicole Todd
From the beginning, sculpture has been central to the Whitney’s story. The Whitney was founded around one monumental bronze sculpture. And today, its collection of sculpture is broad and deep—a […]
by Nicole Todd
Join the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in our centennial celebration! The Buffalo Bill Memorial Association (the founding body of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West) was formed […]
by Nicole Todd
In 1853, the United States Government organized surveys to ascertain the most practical route for a transcontinental railroad. American explorer-artist John Mix Stanley (1814–1872) was enlisted as an artist for […]
by Nicole Todd
In celebration of this holiday season, the staff in the Whitney would like to share a selection of holiday greetings from a few of our beloved artists. Sprinkled with humor, […]
by Nicole Todd
As the Whitney staff prepares to celebrate Thanksgiving, we would like to share an extraordinary print illustrating the centerpiece of this holiday, the turkey. Enjoy the print, engage in conversation, […]
by Nicole Todd
One of the Whitney’s most popular representations of a cavalry soldier is Harry Jackson’s The Flagbearer. As a veteran of World War II, Harry Jackson experienced first hand the stirring […]