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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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Next week! The MW Chapter will be discussing doing librarianship in difficult times and all the ways we keep going. Bring yourself and a suggestion for the chapter playlist. Zoom info on ARLIS-L. Not a member? Join today and get access to the archive: linktr.ee/arlisna #skybrarians
ARLIS Mountain West: Quarterly Gathering Zoom, February 9, 12:00 MT Discussing: Doing work in difficult times Bring yourself and a suggestion for the chapter playlist.
February 4, 2026 at 6:11 PM
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Position comes with a stipend and would be a great opportunity for a student or anyone interested in expanding their skills and knowledge. Info on arlis-l. Join today to get access to the archives too: linktr.ee/arlisna
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Digital Art History Directory Editorial Assistant Position Send resume and statement of interest to DAHD Director by 2/13 Term: March 1-June 30, 2028 DAHD Editorial Assistant will assist the editor with updating images, accessibility, cleaning metadata, and researching/creating new records for the publication
February 3, 2026 at 4:09 PM
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Apply today for $1500 to support attending #arlisna2026. Any member in good standing in ARLIS/NA can go for the Texas/Mexico Chapter's Lois Swan Jones award! Full details on the chapter's website. linktr.ee/arlisna #skybrarians #LISresearch
Call for applications: Lois Swan Jones Professional Development Award Deadline: 2/10 Award supports attendance and participation in the ARLIS/NA Annual Conference ARLIS Texas/Mexico
February 2, 2026 at 8:29 PM
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54th Annual ARLIS/NA Conference, Registration Now Open! | 54e conférence annuelle ARLIS/NA, les inscriptions sont ouvertes!

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As though it were a torn, posted bill: 54th Annual ARLIS/NA Conference Montréal May 2-8 Mai As though it were spray painted over the posted bill: Résistance Registration Open inscriptions ouvertes
January 21, 2026 at 10:02 PM
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Deadline Extended! The H.W. Wilson Foundation award supports future and in-progress work while the Worldwide Books Awards for Publications and for eResources recognize outstanding work from the last two calendar years. Full details at the awards tab: linktr.ee/arlisna
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Research Award Deadlines Extended! Apply by 2/9/26
January 30, 2026 at 5:17 PM
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Serving on a committee is one of the best ways to contribute to the work of ARLIS/NA and the call is open! Find the interest form on arlis-l and reach out to current committee chairs and members for more details on the work! linktr.ee/arlisna
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Call for Committee Chairs and Members, 2026–2027 Where We Need You: Strategic Planning Coordinators Committee Chairs Committee Membership What You Need: Enthusiasm Reliability Commitment NOT specialized expertise Reach out to current chairs and members for more info!
January 29, 2026 at 3:15 PM
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A gathering is overdue! Join the Book Art SIG for an informal conversation (a huddle!) about any Book Art topic you have on your mind over Zoom on Feb. 24. Find the registration link on the events calendar: linktr.ee/arlisna

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Book Art SIG February Huddle Zoom Feb 24 Calling all collections stewards, all lovers of artists’ books and zines, all individuals drawn to works of art in “book” form!
January 28, 2026 at 9:48 PM
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Out now! Check out the latest issue of ARLIS/NA reviews on the commons! linktr.ee/arlisna
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Out now! January 2026 ARLIS/NA Reviews Africa’s Buildings: Architecture and the Displacement of Cultural Heritage Negative Originals: Race and Early Photography in Colombia Mavericks of Style: The Seventies in Color Type Designers of the 20th Century And More!
January 27, 2026 at 9:02 PM
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Apply by 2/2 on USAjobs for this position at the National Gallery of Art. Full details on the #arlisJobList
New on the Joblist: Library Technology and Systems Architect - National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C. Key Details: Salary: $121,785 to - $158,322 Application Deadline: 2/2/2026 Employment Term: Full-time, Federal
January 27, 2026 at 6:44 AM
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54th Annual ARLIS/NA Conference, Registration Now Open! | 54e conférence annuelle ARLIS/NA, les inscriptions sont ouvertes!

Learn more and register: linktr.ee/arlisna

#skybrarians #LISresearch #GLAMsky
As though it were a torn, posted bill: 54th Annual ARLIS/NA Conference Montréal May 2-8 Mai As though it were spray painted over the posted bill: Résistance Registration Open inscriptions ouvertes
January 21, 2026 at 10:02 PM
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DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 2/6: 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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January 19, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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Southern CA ARLISians: join the SoCal chapter at the Brand Library & Art Center for a library tour, a gallery exhibit tour, and refreshments. The event will cap at 25 participants, so rsvp today (info on arlis-l). linktr.ee/arlisna #skybrarians
ARLIS/Southern California Brand Library Art Center & Gallery Tour 2/12 2:00-4:30 + Happy Hour
January 17, 2026 at 12:28 AM
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Reminder: Conference Attendance Award applications are due 2/2! Each award is $1200 and there are options for members and non-members alike! Find the full details on the awards tab: linktr.ee/arlisna #skybrarians #LISresearch
from: Travel Awards Committee to: you ARLIS/NA 2026 Due Feb. 2: 2026 Conference Attendance Awards Open to members and non members
January 15, 2026 at 11:05 PM
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Mark the calendar! The #CritLib SIG will meet 2/6 to talk about the current state of DEI. Discussion will start from "Moving Beyond the Acronym" and cover institutional mandates, current climates, & personal experiences. Find the RSVP link on the events calendar! linktr.ee/arlisna #skybrarians
ARLIS/NA Critical Librarianship SIG Meeting Topic: Current State of Institutional DEI Initiatives Feb. 6 at 11:00 PT/2:00 ET RSVP For Zoom Link Two people talking: 1: "Anything to Read?" 2: "Yes! Check out “Moving Beyond the Acronym” from American Libraries. Discussion will start there."
January 14, 2026 at 11:34 PM
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Check out the Spring 2025 issue of Art Documentation today! Check out the table of contents and abstracts on the website. Members get free access; non members get those ILL scan requests going! linktr.ee/arlisna #skybrarians #LISresearch
Out now! Art Documentation v. 44 no. 1 Society Members get free access to Art Documentation. Check out the latest issue today!
January 5, 2026 at 9:04 PM
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Happy New Year! We're so proud of everything you did this year and we're so excited each and every one of you are part of the work of the Society and the profession. Here's to a new year and we can't wait to see what you do in Montreal, Berlin, and at home in 2026! 🥂
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January 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Mark your calendars! The Museum Library division is hosting their winter conversation on Feb. 2 at 11 CT. Contact the moderators with questions, topic suggestions, and for zoom info. linktr.ee/arlisna #skybrarians
2.2.26 Museum Library Division Winter Conversation 11:00-12:00 Central Time on Zoom Contact the moderators with questions, suggestions, and for zoom info
December 30, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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The call is open! Submit your poster proposal by Feb. 2 for #arlis2026. | L'appel à affiches est ouvert ! Soumettez votre proposition avant le 2 février pour #arlis2026.
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Call For Posters Appel affiches Invitation to propose posters that reflect the theme “Resistance” for the 2026 annual conference Appel à propositions d'affiches illustrant le thème « Résistance » pour la conférence annuelle 2026 2/9/2026
December 30, 2025 at 12:05 AM
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The Academic Library Division is hosting an open forum on dual topics: Political Challenges For the New Year: Digital Safety in Higher Education and Librarians & Libraries Preparing for Title II. Find the details on arlis-l or the events calendar! linktr.ee/arlisna
Academic Library Division January 2026 Open Forum Thursday Jan 22, 2026 | 3pm ET / 2pm CT / 1pm MT / 12pm PST Political Challenges For the New Year: Digital Safety in Higher Education and Librarians & Libraries Preparing for Title II Forum will feature a collaborative zoom board, so please plan to join from a desktop or laptop. the forum will not be recorded
December 23, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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Has one of your colleagues (or a group) done something incredible this year? Recognize them! This award recognizes contributions to Society projects & DEI initiatives, innovation, creativity, volunteerism, and advocacy. Nominees must be members. Find the details: linktr.ee/arlisna #skybrarians
ARLIS Applauds Nominations Open Deadline: 2.20.26
December 22, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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For all our students and new professionals out there! New on the #arlisJobList is the link for the 2026/27 Kress Fellowship at Yale. Find the full details: linktr.ee/arlisna
2026/27 Kress Fellowship in Art Librarianship at Yale University Organization/Employer: Yale University Location: New Haven, CT Salary: $58,350 Application Deadline: 1/30/2026 Employment Term: Fixed Duration Position: 12 months from date of hire; non-renewable
December 19, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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Now on the #arlisJobList: if winter weather has you down, think about applying to the L.A. Louver's Archivist position! Find the full details: linktr.ee/arlisna
Archivist - L.A. Louver Location: Los Angeles and Venice, CA Salary: $77,000-$82,000 Employment Term: Full-time
December 18, 2025 at 10:12 PM
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Check out the latest APPC News alert! Posted now on the website and shared via ARLIS-L by the Advocacy and Public Policy Committee. Not on arlis-l? Join today! linktr.ee/arlisna
Advocacy & Public Policy Committee News v. 11 n. 11, November 2025 On the ARLIS/NA website and arlis-L Read Now!
December 17, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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New on the #arlisnaJoblist. Find out more about the new Center for Craft Head of Archives and Special Collections here: linktr.ee/arlisna
New on the Joblist Head of Archives and Special Collections - Center for Craft, Asheville, NC Key Details: Location: Asheville, NC Salary: $75,000 Application Deadline: 1/31/2026 Employment Term: Full-Time Minimum Years Experience Required: 5 years Union Eligibility: N/A
December 16, 2025 at 9:36 PM
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The call for the Society's most prestigious award is now open! The ARLIS/NA Distinguished Service Award recognizes exemplary service and outstanding contributions to our field. Learn more about the criteria and how to nominate at the awards tab here: linktr.ee/arlisna #skybrarians
Call for Nominees Distinguished Service Award Now open. Nominate by January 26, 2026
December 15, 2025 at 7:31 PM