Member Benefits

Members have access to a wide range of professional development opportunities, networking resources, publications, and forums for thought-provoking discourse.

As an ARLIS/NA Member, you will enjoy:

Service Opportunities

ARLIS/NA is a vibrant network of committees, divisions, Special Interest Groups (SIGs), and chapters, all led by our board. Each of these bodies thrives on dedicated volunteers. The Society also has numerous publications, which need peer reviewers and editors to get published.

Scholarship Opportunities

The Society's official journal, Art Documentation, is dedicated to publishing scholarship related to art librarianship and visual resources stewardship. As a member, subscription is included. ARLIS/NA also offers reviewing opportunities like ARLIS/NA Reviews, Multimedia & Technology Reviews, and more. On top of that, the Annual Conference offers the opportunity to present posters, papers, and panels. 

Professional Development Opportunities

The Annual Conference brings together art library and visual resource professionals from across North America and internationally to become better stewards of their work. Moreover, our numerous committees, SIGs, and Divisions offer year-round professional development through webinars, workshops, and other events. And, as a member, you get discounted registration at the ARLIS/NA-VRA Summer Educational Institute.

Networking and Community Building

From Divisions that bring you together with other professionals at similar institutions (like the Academic Library Division or the Art and Design School Library Division) to web series like What Our Members Are Saying, ARLIS/NA builds community. As a member, you gain access to networking tools like the Division or SIG sites on the Humanities Commons as well as events throughout the year.