You have put Seattle on the art map of USA. Your incite, leadership, and forward thinking have given Seattle that will not be forgotten. Thank you. I look forward to hear about you. Michael Kaufman

Posted on 5/19/2009 6:42:00 PM by michael kaufman from Seattle

Mimi, you have inspired many, grown an institution, and changed a city. We are so lucky to have you as our mentor and friend. Thank you, and warmest wishes for another rewarding chapter of your life.

Posted on 5/15/2009 10:55:29 PM by Jennifer Jay and Toni from San Francisco

Mimi, we are very fortunate to have you. You make Seattle an even better city to live with arts and good taste. xie xie ni! kuai le, jian kang!

Posted on 5/14/2009 2:38:33 PM by Jan Leo Ling from Seattle

Ms. Gates, Thank you for your time and efforts in the name of art! Many time have I traveled to Seattle to see special exhibits which I might not otherwise get to see. They have been amazing! I have even shared those memories of SAM visits with family; my son when he was doing a college paper on Expressionistic Art , my husband when I asked to see the Tiffany exhibit. All my best to you and thank you again! I will continue my love of art partly due to SAM and your work there!

Posted on 5/5/2009 5:32:15 PM by Linda Queen from Arlington

Mimi, It has been wonderful seeing SAM evolve during your years as Director. It was my privilege to work with you during much of that time and I will always remember the great changes you made to SAM. You hired great people, engaged the trustees, opened SAM to the entire community even while creating a future for us with the expansion projects and the many wonderful exhibitions. Your enormous energy and commitment is a model for any museum director. I wish you all the best in whatever you do in the future but I know you will stay a part of our community and see us often.

Posted on 5/1/2009 4:22:16 PM by Jon Shirley from Seattle

Mimi, Seattle Art Museum now more than ever before nourishes our minds and spirits through artistically excellent, diverse and accessible programming. On behalf of Microsoft and its over 40,000 employees and their families in the Puget Sound, thank you for significantly enriching the cultural life of our region. Thank you so much for your leadership for Seattle art Museum. You are inspirational and admirable. Your zeal and hard work for our museum shows in its success and the respect it draws from around the country. We are so honored that we had a chance to work with you and have learned so much from you. You will be missed tremendously.

Posted on 5/1/2009 4:21:20 PM by Amin and Afshan Lakha

Dear MIMI.... It has been such a privilege serving on your Board. Thank you so much for making Seattle your home... & for making SAM such a STAR!!! On a personal note... I love the fact that we shared our Exercise Guru... With sincere appreciation...

Posted on 5/1/2009 4:20:23 PM by Roberta Sherman from Seattle

Mimi, Twizzlers and funny hats will always remind me of you. Best wishes in your future endeavors.

Posted on 4/29/2009 3:07:05 PM by Natasha Lewandrowski from Seattle

Mimi – Thank you for your support of the SAM Libraries. Your advocacy has helped us increase the libraries’ holdings substantially, and, more importantly, has helped us reach a greater number of people. Thank you!

Posted on 4/29/2009 3:06:44 PM by Traci Timmons, SAM Librarian

Mimi, what a pleasure it has been to work at SAM during your tenure. Your enthusiasm is inspiring, and your passion for whimsy makes my job so much more fun!

Posted on 4/29/2009 2:56:14 PM by Renata from Seattle

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