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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.

Blog posts:

  • Archival image: Purchase College students engaging with artworks from the collection in the Neuberger galleries.

    backstory takeover: What I’ve learned

    Thanksgiving is a moment to appreciate the people who make this museum come alive. At the Neuberger, that includes our students, who don’t just study art, they help curate it. 

  • 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.

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