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Who NEU? This blog by Museum Director Tracy Fitzpatrick keeps our members and friends informed of the 'backstory' behind all t... Who NEU? For more than five years (and 250 posts), Museum Director Tracy Fitzpatrick's blog has been keeping members and friends informed of the ‘backstory' behind all that is happening at the NEU.

From the Director.

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    backstory takeover: The 2025 Yaseen Lecture

    It’s takeover time at the Neuberger. I’m making space for you to hear directly from some of the wonderful colleagues who help bring this place to life. This backstory takeover is written by Curator of Education Diana Puglisi and Director of Development Carrie Bianchi.

  • Two men stand smiling in a modern art gallery with white walls, surrounded by geometric sculptures displayed on white pedestals. The word TR

    backstory takeover: Drop-in Tours

    For the next few weeks, different staff voices will bring you closer to the stories that make the Neuberger Museum of Art such a special place. Today’s post comes from Diana Puglisi, who leads our education initiatives.

  • Five adults stand smiling in front of a modern building, wearing colorful, eclectic, and retro-inspired outfits including bright patterns, s

    backstory: New kid on the block

    So, I go to a lot of meetings. I bet that comes as no surprise. I bet you all go to a lot of meetings too. Well, last week, I was sitting in one of my weekly meetings, the one run by our Purchase College Provost, when suddenly someone barged in. 

  • A group of thirteen casually dressed adults stands smiling in an art gallery, posing in front of three framed artworks displayed on a wall.

    backstory: On the move

    If you’re visiting another museum and see a work that looks familiar, give it a second glance—it may be ours, out on loan. 

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