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S.F. Art Institute Set to Close After Merger Falls Through

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Last Updated on July 19, 2022 by

Written By Student Hires  |  News  |  0 Comments | July 19, 2022

The S.F. Art Institute announced today that it would close its doors after a proposed merger with another school fell through. Founded in 1871, the S.F. Art Institute has been an essential part of the city's arts community for over a century.

The school has produced many notable alumni, including painters Diego Rivera and Ansel Adams. In recent years, however, the school has struggled to enroll new students and has been operating at a deficit. The proposed merger would have allowed the S.F. Art Institute to continue working as an independent school, but the other school pulled out of the deal at the last minute.

As a result, the S.F. Art Institute will be closing its doors sometime before the year ends. While this is undoubtedly a sad day for the city's arts community, we are grateful for the contributions that the S.F. Art Institute has made over the years.

What Will happen to the S.F. Art Institute After the Closing?

The S.F. Art Institute is set to close its doors at the end of the academic year after nearly 150 years in operation. The news shocked students, staff, and alumni, who had long considered the school a pillar of the city's art scene.

While the future of the S.F. Art Institute's campus is still up in the air, one thing is sure: the impact of the school's closure will be felt far and wide. The S.F. Art Institute is working to create a non-profit organization that will allow people to view still the legacy of what the past artists produced.

The S.F. Art Institute has been a place for generations of artists to explore new ideas and push creative boundaries. The school has produced a few of the most influential artists of our time, and many people in the community will cherish the memories the school left behind.

In addition, the S.F. Art Institute has been a significant contributor to the city's economy, with an estimated annual economic impact of $50 million. The school's closure will no doubt have ripple effects throughout the city, as dozens of employees are laid off, and students have to look for another fine arts school.

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Conclusion

The San Francisco Art Institute is a well-respected art school that has been operating for more than 150 years. Hopefully, someone can gather all the priceless art and bring them somewhere so people can admire them and learn about the school for years to come.


Last Updated on July 19, 2022 by Student Hires

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