Fenimore Art Museum, Farm Announce Leadership Change

COOPERSTOWN—Dr. Paul S. D’Ambrosio, president and chief executive officer of Fenimore Art Museum and Fenimore Farm, has announced his retirement in 2026, after more than four decades of transformative leadership, scholarship, and institutional advancement, officials announced on Thursday, October 30.

“On behalf of the board, I want to extend our deepest gratitude to Paul for his remarkable service,” noted Jane Forbes Clark, chairman of the Fenimore Farm Board of Directors. “His steady leadership, integrity, and care for our mission have strengthened Fenimore Farm at every turn—building lasting partnerships, elevating our visitor experience, and nurturing a culture that puts people first. His leadership has made Fenimore Farm what it is today, and his impact will be felt for years to come.”