Stephan Salisbury

September 20, 2009, The Philadelphia Inquirer — The budget deal reached late Friday in Harrisburg, which includes an extension of the state sales tax to cultural performances and venues - including museums - has stunned and angered the arts community.

April 27, 2009, The Philadelphia Inquirer — When roughly 5,000 museum professionals from across the country descend on Philadelphia this week for two conventions, they will represent institutions that exhibit everything from Old Masters to old rocks.

Foundations in the region have suffered substantial declines in their endowment assets during the last six months, a new survey indicates. But many of those foundations say they are seeking to maintain their current levels of giving.