Behind the Scenes of Art Museum Security and Theft -- "virtual" program Aug. 18
The International Foundation for Art Research (IFAR) in New York announces a "virtual" IFAR Evening on Tuesday, Aug. 18, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. EDT: an illustrated talk and conversation with John Barelli, Ph.D., Former Chief Security Officer, The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Author, Stealing the Show: A History of Art and Crime in Six Thefts. Dr. Barelli will discuss behind-the-scenes information involved in protecting the precious objects in the Metropolitan Museum; the different types of security lapses -- and thieves -- he encountered; the changes in security and procedures over his almost 40 years at the museum; and other issues.
The program includes Q&A and discussion.
Registration is necessary -- see Programs & Events.
International Foundation for Art Research (IFAR)
500 Fifth Avenue
Suite 935
New York, New York
- Contact:
- Sharon Flescher, Ph.D., Executive Director
- kferg@ifar.org
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100x100_c.jpg "Only known Boston Red Sox 1916 World Championship button, unusually large 6in size, advertises ‘Alpen Brau – Detroit’s Champion Beer’ and features images of manager Bill Carrigan plus 24 teammates, including future Hall of Famers Babe Ruth, Herb Pennock and Harry Hooper. Provenance: personal collection of the late Dr. Paul Muchinsky. Opening bid: $10,000. Bidding on the button closes on Sept. 23.")
