Marin AgeWell Collaborative
A launch point for dialogue on ageism, social isolation, and aging with dignity.
Marin County Contact: Rachel Kertz
[email protected], (415) 299-7008
This traveling art exhibit explores stereotypes, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors towards ourselves and others based on age.
What About Age? From NYU to Marin County
Conceived of and curated by Dr. Stacey Gordon, Senior Fellow at the Center for Health and Aging Innovation, NYU Silver School of Social Work, Associate Executive Director, Older Adult Services, Queens Community House. Exhibition design by Pamela Jean Tinnen, Lead Curator, NYU Kimmel Windows. Original exhibit art by Aubrey Hirsch.
This exhibition was made possible through NYU’s Office of the Provost and the generous support of NYU Art in Public Places. The exhibition is on loan from New York University. To inquire about bringing this exhibit to your site, please contact Pamela Jean Tinnen at [email protected].
Experience It
Visit the exhibit Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm at the Marin Civic Center
3501 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903
Attend workshops & events.
Follow the stories on social media.
Join the conversation.
About Dr. Stacey Gordon
Dr. Stacey Gordon, DSW, MPA, MSW, is a scholar-practitioner specializing in structural ageism, aging policy and services for older adults and caregivers. She is the founder of the Wrinkle Project and curator of What About Age?, which brings research on ageism into public and institutional spaces. Her work integrates nonprofit leadership, applied research, and professional education. Dr. Gordon holds leadership and academic appointments focused on aging, caregiving, and organizational change.
Programs and Events
Marin AgeWell Collaborative comes to life through a growing series of programs and events hosted by community partners throughout Marin. From film screenings and conversations to creative and intergenerational experiences, tehse events invite you to rethink aging—and connect in new ways.
With over one-third of Marin residents projected to be over 60 by 2030, Marin AgeWell Collaborative highlights the urgent need for awareness, inclusivity, and services that support older adults while reducing ageism.
Programming will feature expert speakers, workshops, tours, trainings, and cultural storytelling to foster understanding and connection across generations and cultures.
A Call to Confront Ageism and Celebrate Aging
San Rafael Councilmember Rachel Kertz and Vivalon CEO Kaushik Roy explore how art, community, and dialogue can help reshape perceptions of aging in the Marin Independent Journal, highlighting What About Age? and the broader effort to build a more inclusive, age-friendly community.
Partners
County of Marin
Marin Community Foundation
Vivalon
Youth in Arts
Marin County Arts and Culture
Marin County Library
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Project Team
Rachel Kertz
Marin Visionary Leader
Dr. Stacey Gordon
Creator and Curator
Julie Wilder
Project Manager
Pamela Jean Tinnen
Lead Curator, NYU Kimmel Windows | Exhibition Designer
Paula Doubleday
Graphic Design Support
Libby Garrison
County of Marin – Arts & Culture
Taylor Buttrey
Youth in Arts, Executive Director
Morgan Schauffler
Youth in Arts Director of External Affairs
Resources
Old School: A Hub for Age Equity & Ageism Awareness
Old School offers free resources, connections, and collaborations to dismantle ageism and advance a world where everyone can live long and live well.
Aging Action Initiative (AAI): Government Aging Agencies
A guide to understanding the many abbreviations and roles of government aging agencies—what they do, how they differ, and how they work together.
Marin County Area Agency on Aging – Area Plan 2024-2028
A guiding four-year blueprint outlining the priorities, strategies, and services that the County and its partners will deliver to support Marin’s older adults and caregivers from 2024 to 2028.
Watch Thanks, Babs! (Film)
View the film online using the link below. Password: Buckette!
