Perry T. Rathbone, Date of Birth, Date of Death

Perry T. Rathbone

American curator, Director of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and SLAM in Saint Louis

Date of Birth: 03-Jul-1911

Date of Death: 15-Jan-2000

Profession: military officer, curator, museum director

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Perry Townsend Rathbone (July 3, 1911- January 22,2000) was one of the leading American art museum directors of the 20th century.
As director of the St.
Louis Art Museum from 1940–1955, and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston from 1955–1972, he transformed these institutions from quiet repositories of art to vibrant cultural centers.
Known for his sensitive installations as well as his bold publicity stunts, he increased the membership and attendance figures of both institutions exponentially, and also added significant works to their permanent collections across the board.