All the Beauty in the World: A Portrait of the MET Museum - Schemel Forum Seminar

by Weinberg Memorial Library

Social Academic Cultural Educational/Awareness Free Food In-Person Luncheon RSVP Required Virtual

Mon, Mar 25, 2024

11:30 AM – 1 PM EDT (GMT-4)

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In his book, All the Beauty in the World, Patrick Bringley offers a unique and captivating perspective, drawing from his experiences during a decade-long tenure as a guard at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. His memoir is not only a collection of fascinating stories set against the backdrop of one of the world's most renowned museums, but it also delves into the transformative power of art and its profound impact on both observers and caretakers alike. The book has garnered high praise from prestigious publications, including the New York Times, The Washington Post, Associated Press, Financial Times, and the Sunday Times (London), celebrated for its insightful reflections and eloquent portrayal of the interplay between life and art.

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Patrick Bingley

Patrick Bringley, author and former New Yorker staffer, spent a decade as a museum guard at the Metropolitan Museum of Art before writing his memoir.

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