Thelma Golden, born in 1965, is the Director and Chief Curator of The Studio Museum in Harlem, New York, a role she has held since 2005. Golden is renowned for her dedication to promoting African-American artists and has been instrumental in bringing wider recognition to artists of African descent. Under her leadership, the Studio Museum has become a pivotal institution for contemporary art, especially works by artists of African descent. Golden has curated numerous groundbreaking exhibitions, significantly impacting the field of contemporary art. Her vision and leadership have earned her several accolades and positions on boards of influential arts and cultural organizations. From 2017 to 2020, ArtReview chose her as one of the 10 most influential people within the contemporary art world.
