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Art Libraries Society of North America
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ARLIS/NA is a dynamic organization of over 1,000 individuals devoted to fostering excellence in art and design librarianship and image management. https://linktr.ee/arlisna
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Two days left to put your name in the ring for this round of ARLIS/NA Reviews titles! There's a great batch (14!!) up for review for the March issue. Fill out the reviewer interest form here by the 14th: linktr.ee/arlisna
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Call for Reviewers: March 2026 ARLIS/NA Reviews Enchanted Wood: Engraving a Place for Women Artists in Rural Britain Jerrell Gibbs: No Solace in the Shade Mediating Modernisms: Indigenous Artists, Modernist Mediators, Global Networks Unseparate: Modernism, Interdisciplinary Art, and Network Aesthetics And More!
December 12, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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New on the #arlisJobList! The Frick Collection is hiring a new Chief Librarian. Find the full details here: linktr.ee/arlisna
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Andrew W. Mellon Chief Librarian, Frick Art Research Library, The Frick Collection, New York Location: New York, NY Salary: $145,000 - $160,000 Application Deadline: 1/9/2026 Employment Term: full-time
December 11, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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Apply by Feb. 2 for one of our Conference Attendance Awards! We have 5 awards to distribute (and not all require you to be a Society Member!) and each mean $1200 toward joining us at #arlisna2026. Find the details at the awards tab: linktr.ee/arlisna #skybrarians #GLAMsky
Apply now ARLIS/NA 2026 Conference Attendance AWwards Get $1200 to join us in Montreal!
December 10, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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Monday Dec. 15: Join the Special Collections & Archives SIG on zoom to hear from A.M. LaVey (NYPL), Patti Gibbons (University of Chicago Library), and Margalit Monroe (Scripps College) on creative collaborations! Zoom info on arlis-L. Not on our listserv? Join today: linktr.ee/arlisna
Creative Collaborations Lightning Talks Join the Special Collections & Archives SIG for a selection of talks on collaboration in the work of three SIG members Monday, December 15 at 2pm EST / 1pm CST / 11am PST via Zoom
December 9, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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Join the ARLIS/NA Editorial Board! Multimedia & Technology Reviews needs a third co-editor and that could be you. Includes an annual honorarium. Reach out to the editorial director with questions!
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Call For: Multimedia & Technology Reviews co-editor Deadline: Jan. 6, 2026 Join the ARLIS/NA Editorial Board! Join the two other co-editors on the Multimedia & Technology Reviews team to identify new resources for review and contribute to ARLIS/NA publications. Comes with Honorarium
December 9, 2025 at 1:24 AM
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Call for Nominations: The Melva J. Dwyer Award recognizes a tool about Canadian art/architecture, produced by Canadian Authors, and disseminated by Canadian Sources. Submit your nominations by Dec. 31, 2025.

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Call for Nominations | Appel de candidatures Melva J. Dwyer Award | Le prix Melva J. Dwyer Deadline: December 31, 2025
December 5, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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We are excited to present the candidates for the 2026 Executive Board (Treasurer forthcoming)! Find the statements and CVs online, but note that you'll have to be logged in. Feedback is welcome and encouraged! Reach out to the chair of the Leadership Development Committee with thoughts by 1/15.
Your Input Needed! Check out the slate of Executive Board Candidates! Read the CVs and Statements on the Website Provide feedback to the Chair of the Leadership Development Committee by 1/15.
December 4, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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Hop on zoom with your Exhibitions SIG colleagues on Dec. 12 to discuss updating the 2021 Best Practices for Library Exhibitions document! Find the zoom info and a link to the current best practices on arlis-l. Not on the listserv? Join today! linktr.ee/arlisna
Exhibitions SIG Meeting Discuss the 2021 Best Practices for Library Exhibitions and possible updates and edits with colleagues! Dec. 12 2:00 EST/11:00 PST Zoom info on ARLIS-L
December 4, 2025 at 12:02 AM
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This #GivingTuesday, consider supporting ARLIS/NA! This year we're highlighting our Travel Grant Fund. This fund supports members to allow them to attend the annual conference when their access to travel funds might be a barrier.

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Celebrate Giving Tuesday with a Gift to ARLIS/NA Where your gift can go: Conference Speakers Fund Internship Fund Compass Award Fund Or make an unrestricted gift! Fund spotlight: Travel Grant Fund Support ARLIS/NA members to attend the Annual Conference! Help us continue our work into 2026 and beyond!
December 2, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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Guess what your humble Media Editor remembered to do today? Renew his membership! We have multiple categories for the plethora of information professionals out there, so even if the kind of work you do has changed we have something for you. Find the details and renew in your Member Compass Portal.
Remember: Renew Your Membership! Remember to renew by Dec. 31 to continue to enjoy Society Membership through 2026! Or join today!
December 2, 2025 at 1:33 AM
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Buying books for people in your life? Consider using Bookshop through our affiliate link! We receive a 10% commission on *any* purchase when you use our link. As you browse, you should see the Society Logo in the upper left. Find that here (grouped w/ our publications): linktr.ee/arlisna
Are you giving books as gifts this year? Consider using bookshop.org through our affiliate link!
November 28, 2025 at 11:46 PM
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New on the #arlisJobList! NYU Libraries is hiring an access services supervisor for the Institute of Fine Arts' two specialized libraries. Find the full details on the JobList here: linktr.ee/arlisna
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Access Services Supervisor, Institute of Fine Arts--New York University Salary $72000 - $88000 Application Deadline 11/21/2025 Employment Term Full-time
November 19, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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The ARLIS/NA student advancement awards are now open for applications! The Muehsam Award recognizes an excellent graduate student paper or project with a $500 prize, the opportunity to present, conference registration, society membership, and a travel reimbursement...
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Student Advancement Awards Call for Applications now open! Gerd Muehsam Award Recognizing an exceptional paper or project relevant to art librarianship Wolfgang M. Freitag Award To support an internship opportunity in relevant fields Submit application by Dec. 21, 2025
November 18, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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The Call is Out! ARLIS/NA's Library Exhibitions Review is looking for reviewers. There are in-person exhibits and a handful of virtual exhibits up for grabs. Find the full list and put your name in the ring via the interest form: linktr.ee/arlisna (you don't need to be a member to contribute!)
Library Exhibitions Review Call for Reviewers In Person Exhibits in: Florida, Virginia, New York, Ottawa, North Carolina, Ann Arbor, Vancouver, BC, Boston, Montreal, Houston, Toronto, Petaluma, CA, and Dallas Virtual Exhibits: Joseph Conrad's Polish-Ukrainian "Graveyard" Memory, Mourning, and Anti-Colonial Resistance in his 19th-Century Family Photo Album Team Spirit: The sporting days of Ida "Wisey" Bly Revolution! 250 Years of Art & Activism in Boston Complete the reviewer interest form by Dec. 12
November 17, 2025 at 11:20 PM
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Check it out! New on the #arlisJobList: Penn State is hiring a Librarian for Arts & Architecture. Find the fill details here: linktr.ee/arlisna
Librarian for Arts & Architecture, Pennsylvania State University, Location: University Park, PA Salary: $58,000 Employment Term: full-time
November 14, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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Northern California Students and Early Career folks: ARLIS/NorCal is hosting a networking event at SFMOMA on the 20th! The link to RSVP is on the listserv; contact the chairs for more info. Students from all areas with any interest in art librarianship are invited to attend!
NorCal Student & Early Career Networking November 20, 2025 SFMOMA RSVP to attend
November 14, 2025 at 1:55 AM
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Mountain West ARLISians! The Winberta Yao Award is now the Winberta Yao *professional development* award. Do you need funding for a conference, webinar, or other PD opportunity? Apply to the chapter for up to $1000 of funding. Details on the Chapter Website.
Apply Now: Winberta Yao Professional Development Award ARLIS/Mountain West Chapter Apply By Dec. 31, 2025
November 12, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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The ARLIS/NA George Wittenborn Memorial Book Award Call for Submissions is now open! This Award celebrates notable art books published in North America in the previous year. Know a notable publication from 2025? Find the submission form and details at the awards tab: linktr.ee/arlisna
Call for Submissions Wittenborn Memorial Book Award Deadline: Jan 1. 2026
November 11, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Check it out: new on the #arlisJobList the Brooklyn Museum is hiring a Cataloging & Access Services Librarian! Find the full details here: linktr.ee/arlisna
Cataloging & Access Services Librarian - Brooklyn Museum Location: Brooklyn, New York Position Title: Cataloging & Access Services Librarian Salary: $68,204 Employment Term: Full-time How to Apply: The full job description and link to apply online are available on the Brooklyn Museum's Careers webpage
November 10, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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Join two of our special interest groups for a jointly presented discussion on wonder and library exhibits! Taylor F. Henning and Rachel C.S. Duke of FSU's Special Collections and Archives will present on their research with question time to follow.
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Exhibitions SIG Special Collections & Archives SIG Jointly Hosted Discussion: Moving past wow: the potentially paralyzing effect of wonder in the context of library exhibits November 6, 12-1 ET/9-10 PT Zoom info on ARLIS-L
October 23, 2025 at 1:22 AM
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New on the #arlisJobList: Join the School of Visual Arts as their Library Coordinator! Find the full details: linktr.ee/arlisna
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Library Coordinator - School of Visual Arts Location: New York, NY Salary: $56,236 Employment Term: Full-time Union Eligibility: No
October 21, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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Join the ND&D SIG for a webinar on Nov. 4 discussing Kay Sargent's Book "Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces"
Zoom registration info is on the listserv. Reach out to the SIG coordinators with any questions! linktr.ee/arlisna #skybrarians
Neurodiversity & Disabilities SIG Zoom Webinar November 4, 1:00-2:00 ET/10:00-11:00 PT Featuring Kay Sargent Discussing: Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces: Advancing Sensory Processing and Cognitive Well-Being in the Built Environment
October 20, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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Out on the #arlisnaJobList! Check out this assistant cataloging librarian position at the Peabody Essex Museum. Find the full details: linktr.ee/arlisna #LISjobs #GLAMjobs #skybrarians
Assistant Cataloging Librarian, Phillips Library, Peabody Essex Museum Location: Rowley, MA Salary: $21.63 - $26.50 / hour, 35 hours/week Application Deadline: 11/15/2025 Employment Term: Full time Minimum Experience Required: 2-4 years cataloging experience
October 19, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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Did you know our archives have been at UIUC since 2009? The documentation committee works with them to preserve the Society's history and the history of art librarianship. So, in celebration of American Archives Month, shout out to all of our archivally inclined ARLISians! #skybrarians #archivesky
October is American Archives Month (a collage of archival clip art)
October 18, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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New on the #ArlisJobList: The Dietrich American Foundation Collection at Wesleyan University is hiring a collection fellow! Find the full details: linktr.ee/arlisna #LISjobs #GLAMjobs
Dietrich American Foundation Collection - Fellow Wesleyan University Salary: $52400 - $61300 Application Deadline: 11/7/2025 Term: two-year, limited-term position. Full-Time.
October 17, 2025 at 4:18 PM