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For the Love of Cats: Daybreak
Daybreak, by Mary E. Godfrey, Watercolor on Canvas, n.d. The Curator’s Corner 9.14.25 Today, I’m sharing Daybreak by Mary E. Godfrey....
Pam Skis
Sep 151 min read


When Memories Fade, Postcards Remain
In my Life Story group, we talked about postcards—how they’ve all but disappeared. We didn’t know the price of a stamp 😄 That...
Pam Skis
Sep 151 min read


Saturdays with Grandma: Needlepoint Sampler
Needlepoint Sampler by Ruth Godfrey Gibson From The Curator's Corner: Where Art Meets Personal Storytelling Sisters Godfrey Collection on...
Pam Skis
Aug 271 min read


Beyond the Binary: Exploring Race and Ambiguity in “Tobacco Farmers”
From The Curator’s Corner: Where Art Meets Personal Storytelling Sisters Godfrey Collection on Instagram Beyond the Binary: Exploring...
Pam Skis
Aug 162 min read


The Gilded Age and Shifting Perspectives
A Different African American story unfolds … Watching three seasons of HBO Max’s “The Gilded Age” has offered me fresh insight into the...
Pam Skis
Aug 161 min read


Welcome to The Curator’s Corner: Where Art Meets Personal Storytelling
Here, I’ll share my own reflections and memories that complement the themes found in the incredible works of Ruth Godfrey Gibson and Mary...
Pam Skis
Aug 161 min read


Staying on Track: My Progress Plan
As I dive into this week’s tasks, I’ve developed a structured approach to ensure I stay on schedule and make the most of my time. Here’s...
Pam Skis
Jul 172 min read


Facing My Business Hurdles: A Journey Begins
Starting a business has been a rollercoaster ride for me, especially coming from a background where safety and security were prioritized...
Pam Skis
Jul 162 min read


Embracing the Entrepreneurial Journey: The Windshield vs. the Rearview Mirror
Be patient. I recently attended a gathering of entrepreneurs where a poignant remark struck me: no matter how many great professional...
Pam Skis
Apr 271 min read


The Legacy of Mary Godfrey: Pioneering Art Educator
Growing up surrounded by Aunt Mary’s artwork in my grandma Ruth’s home, it was obvious that she was an artist and I was told that she...
Pam Skis
Apr 242 min read


Art+FemWiki Event Advances Coverage of Women in the Arts
The 11th annual Art+Feminism Wikistorming event, sponsored by Penn State School of Visual Arts and Art+Feminism to improve coverage of...
Pam Skis
Apr 51 min read


Collaborative Research and Wayfaring of the Living Archive of Art Educator Mary Godfrey, Through Conversation and Care
I was honored to be a co-presenter with Ann Holt, PhD at the 2025 NAEA National Conference today. The topic, Collaborative Research and...
Pam Skis
Mar 231 min read


Restoring the Erasure of Mary Godfrey's Legacy Through Wayfaring
Transforming the Sisters Godfrey Collection (SGC) from a passion to a business has been challenging for me. I struggled to identify my...
Pam Skis
Jul 22, 20242 min read


Back to School - What I Learned at my 40th college reunion
Lorraine O’Grady (Wellesley ‘55) I was elated to see Lorraine O’Grady: Both/And at the Davis Museum at Wellesley College while attending...
Pam Skis
May 27, 20241 min read


Cultural Artifacts: A Black History Month Presentation
I had an amazing time presenting Cultural Artifacts / Intro to the Sisters Godfrey Collection at Florence E. Smith Senior Services in...
Pam Skis
Mar 10, 20241 min read
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