backstory Blog

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.

Blog posts:

  • A lit wall sign with the words DARK ROOM IN USE in bold, illuminated letters, indicating that the dark room is currently occupied.

    backstory takeover: “Installation in progress”

    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 Museum Archivist Samantha Bogner.

  • A woman is reflected in a shiny metal sphere with small holes sits on a blue padded mat. A crumpled paper protects the surface.

    backstory takeover: “To choose.”

    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 Curatorial Assistant Rem Ribeiro.

  • A green road sign with large white text reading NEW YORK at the top, and below, three lines: PURCHASED ?, STOLEN ?, and RECLAIMED ?

    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.