Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco Lays Off 12 Workers

Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco Lays Off 12 Workers

The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco (FAMSF), the umbrella institution overseeing the de Young and Legion of Honor museums in the city, laid off 12 workers, citing a 20% drop in museum visitors since the pandemic and “increased operational costs.” The layoffs affected approximately 3.5% of FAMSF’s total workforce, which comprises roles funded by the city and others supported by a private nonprofit that oversees the museums. Service Employees I…