“The Whitney has made the decision to extend recognition to the Technical, Office and Professional Union, Local 2110 UAW, AFL-CIO, following the museum’s receipt on May 17th of the Union’s petition to represent some of our employees,” a Whitney spokesperson told Hyperallergic. “We respect the desire of our colleagues to engage in a dialogue about collective bargaining, as is their legal right, and we remain committed to supporting all staff, regardless of affiliation.”
However, Local 2110 UAW says the museum’s framing is misleading. A representative for the amalgamated union told Hyperallergic that the Whitney is seeking to exclude over 60 positions from the union, including roles in Exhibitions, Conservation, and other professional departments; assistant-level positions; temp employees; and anyone listed as having received a “report.”