To all my colleagues and friends at ARLIS/NA,
Yes, it's true. After nearly 25 years in my post at the Frick Art Reference Library, I will retire on May 1.
From the moment I landed in New York City many years ago, ARLIS/NA has been an important part of my professional life. Urged to join by
my boss at New York University, I attended my first ARLIS/NA conference, coincidentally held in NYC, in 1986, and until this year, never missed a single annual conference. The benefits of professional development and contacts gained through my membership
in ARLIS/NA have been integral to my career at every step, from NYU, to Avery Library at Columbia University, and finally, to the Frick, where I was so lucky to land and flourish. In addition, like so many of you, I've formed lifelong friendships with individuals
with whom I have so much in common.
I was sorry to miss this year's conference in my home state of Missouri, but I remain hopeful to see many of you next year in Montreal. I'll stay involved and will continue to support this important
organization.
Warm regards to all,
Debbie
Deborah Kempe
Chief, Collections Management & Access
The Frick Art Reference Library of The Frick Collection
10 East 71st Street
New York, NY USA 10021
My next chapter (image courtesy of the Morgan Library & Museum)
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