Docent Program Receives Legacy Gift
Couple Helps Ensure Strong Future for Docent Corps
Joan and José Uranga want to make sure that the docent training remains strong for the sake of future Ringling visitors.
Immediately upon retiring to Sarasota in September of 2002, Joan and José Uranga began their training as docents for the Museum of Art, Ca' d'Zan and the Circus Museum. They felt the legacy of John and Mable Ringling warranted their time as volunteers and that the Museum was vital to the culture of Sarasota. As the two became involved in the docent program, José became qualified as a school tour docent and Joan began to serve on The Ringling board of directors as the delegate from the docent advisory council.
The couple has found a local family in the docent corps over the past 12 years as volunteers, members and leaders. This year, as a commitment to that family, Joan and José established a fund to support docent training, stating, "This endowed fund supports docent training and enrichment as we believe the docent corps at The Ringling serves a crucial role in enhancing our visitors' enjoyment of this great Museum."
We extend our deepest gratitude to the Urangas for their contributions to The Ringling.
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