Katherine Meehan
About Katherine Meehan
Katherine Meehan is the Manager/Curator of the Art Program & Collection at NYU Langone Health, with a background in various arts and cultural management roles in New York.
Current Role at NYU Langone Health
Katherine Meehan serves as the Manager/Curator of the Art Program & Collection at NYU Langone Health. Since 2015, she has overseen the curation and management of the art collection in New York, New York. Her role involves acquiring, preserving, and displaying artworks that contribute to the healing environment of the healthcare facility.
Previous Experience at MTA Arts & Design
Before joining NYU Langone Health, Katherine Meehan worked as a Manager at MTA Arts & Design from 2005 to 2015. During her 10-year tenure, she was responsible for overseeing art installations and design projects across New York City's public transportation system. Her work contributed to enriching the visual landscape of the city's subway and commuter rail systems.
Role at Van Alen Institute
Katherine Meehan held the position of Associate Director of Administration and Development at Van Alen Institute: Projects in Public Architecture from 2004 to 2005. Based in New York, she focused on administrative and development aspects, aiding the organization’s mission to promote innovative design and architecture in public spaces.
Tenure at Art Commission of New York
From 2001 to 2004, Katherine Meehan was the Deputy Director at the Art Commission of the City of New York (Public Design Commission). Her responsibilities included managing the review and approval of public art and architectural projects, ensuring high design standards for the city’s public spaces.
Education and Early Career
Katherine Meehan earned her MA in Visual Arts Administration from New York University, completing the program between 1996 and 1998. Early in her career, from 1998 to 2001, she worked as Project Coordinator for Cultural Affairs at the Consulate General of the Netherlands in New York, where she managed cultural projects and events.