Mission Statement
The mission of the Noble Maritime Collection, an art and history museum in Staten Island, New York, is to present exhibitions and programs that celebrate the working waterfront of New York Harbor in the tradition of distinguished artist John A. Noble (1913-1983), and to preserve Robbins Reef Lighthouse and the history of Sailors’ Snug Harbor.
Vision Statement
The vision of the Noble Maritime Collection, inspired by its namesake, is to use art to make the working waterfront accessible to all people, and in doing so, foster an understanding of its history and relevance to the culture and economy of the local community.
Values
We are inclusive in the development of the museum's programs and public access to them, as well as employment opportunities, as we strive for equity.
We are kind in all of our interactions. We are welcoming, patient, understanding, and professional with everyone we encounter, especially our visitors, fellow staff members, and colleagues.
We value knowledge gathered through research and listening to diverse viewpoints, and shared creatively through education for people of all ages and abilities.
We value historic preservation, particularly that of Noble’s houseboat, Building D, Robbins Reef Lighthouse, and the objects in the museum's collection.