In a move that re-unifies management of two important historic properties, Wake Forest University has named Allison C. Perkins associate provost for Reynolda House and Reynolda Gardens effective August 1, 2015. Perkins has been executive director of Reynolda House Museum of American Art since July 2006. “Historic Reynolda is an important quadrant of our campus and part of what distinguishes this university from other campuses,” said Wake Forest President Nathan Hatch. “Allison is a vocal advocate for the property’s history and its future. It is a great advantage to have a leader with her experience in building and managing consensus among multiple entities and her skill in interpreting collections and historic sites now overseeing this part of our campus.” Reynolda Gardens encompasses 129 acres of formal and informal gardens, greenhouses, trails, and natural areas on the original R.J. and Katharine Reynol

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