Saturday, September 22, 2007
Joseph Noble was a true renaissance man. His interests were legion, his curiosity unending and his contributions myriad. Though Joe was an important participant on the world stage, he was just as concerned about and involved in his own community. We will miss him greatly at the Durand-Hedden House, the small historic house museum in Maplewood, his beloved place of residence for most of his adult life. A founding trustee and mentor of Durand-Hedden, Joe was responsible for acquiring key defining collections and insuring that proper professional procedures were followed. He also presented popular programs for us, including
gamely portraying famed artist Asher B.Durand. We valued Joesph Veach Noble as a top museum professional. But, above all, we appreciated him for his generosity of spirit and his many acts of friendship as our Maplewood neighbor.
Susan Newberry
President
Durand-Hedden House and Garden
