They are concerned with keeping alive the artist's reputation and usually have historical information about their family member that is important for the archives. The painting was given to the Museum by the artist's daughter, Lenore O. Miller of Kent, Connecticut and two grandsons, Richard H. Miller of New York City and John L. Miller of Cornwall, Connecticut. John and Richard Miller have made it clear their desire not only to preserve their grandfather's work but to make it readily available to the public. They chose to offer Red-Headed Woman to the Museum because it is so representative of Olinsky's art. Collectors and artists themselves often share their favorite works with museums.
Collectors give to museums as a way of sharing their passion for a style, subject or artist.
Summer Clouds by Henry Ward Ranger is one of our favorite works. Giving it to a museum like the Florence Griswold, one with an internationally recognized reputation, will enable others to enjoy it. The addition of one of her works demonstrates the Museum's interest in the ongoing creativity of the Lyme region. It is important to keep the tradition of craft alive. Collecting for the Future celebrates new acquisitions and highlights the diversity and uniqueness of the Museum's collection.