SMoCA’s Mission Statement
Vision:
We aspire to broaden participation by cultivating an inclusive space for dialogues, ideas, and connections.
Mission:
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) is an accredited and internationally recognized institution that encourages reflections and conversations about life through art. We produce and mediate creative expressions that lead to shared curiosity and meaning across a wide range of publics.
Values:
We value creativity, collaboration, experimentation, and exchange. We strive to adapt to shifting environments by leading with empathy while fostering trust and mutual transformation.
SMoCA Advisory Council 2025-2026
Members
Maci Burke
Oscar De Las salas
David Engel
Leenie (Ilene) Engel
Fausto Fernandez
Debbe Goldstein
David Itzkowitz
Linda Kilgore
Dorothy Lincoln-Smith, Board Member Emeritus
Francesca Miller
Audra Petrolle
Vincent de Sarthe
Elizabeth Shaw, Chair
Gabby Usinger
Officers
Elizabeth Shaw, Chair