As the Galleries and Exhibitions Manager, Mariana Rey (she/her) curates and coordinates thought-provoking art exhibitions in the City Hall Galleries, fostering inclusive spaces and understanding the power of art to drive social change. As an immigrant, she is eager to create opportunities for underrepresented voices and nurture Boston’s local art scene by displaying a variety of mediums and perspectives that reflect the diversity present in our city.

Previously, she was the Assistant Director at Abigail Ogilvy Gallery, where she oversaw the general gallery operations and led strategic initiatives to enhance the gallery's mission through innovative programming and bilingual resources.

Born in Bogotá, Colombia, Mariana holds a BFA in Visual Arts from the Pontifical Javeriana University. Beyond her curatorial practice, she is an Illustrator and Visual Artist with interests in film and printmaking.