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Collections Registrar and Collections Move Manager | Bruce Museum posted Feb 24, 2025
1 Museum Drive
Greenwich, CT 06830
United States
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Salary: $65,000 - $75,000, commensurate with experience
As a member of the Collections Management and Registration department, the Collections Registrar and Collections Move Manager is part of the team responsible for the care, preservation, and documentation of the Museum's permanent collection. With primary focus on leading a team to bring the Bruce's permanent collection back on site following the construction of three new onsite permanent collection stores, the Collections Registrar and Collections Move Manager will support wider departmental and institutional strategic go als as the project progresses such as acquisitions and deaccessions, collection displays, digitization, and record reconciliation.
The Collections Registrar and Collections Move Manager will have a keen knowledge of, and strict adherence to, the Bruce Museum Collections Management Policy.
For more info: Collections Registrar and Collections Move Manager
How to apply:
To apply: submit a cover letter and CV to jobs@brucemuseum.org with the subject line applicant's last name and "Collections Registrar and Collections Move Manager".
Contact:
Kathryn Brous
kbrous@brucemuseum.org
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Collections Move Preparator | Bruce Museum posted Feb 24, 2025
1 Museum Drive
Greenwich, CT 06830
United States
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Salary: $50,000-$55,000, commensurate with experience
The Collections Move Preparator will be a member of the Collections Move team responsible for overseeing a major relocation and rehousing initiative of the Bruce Museum's permanent collection. The successful candidate will be responsible for receiving and unpacking objects, assessing housing, and designing and fabricating new archival boxes and storage mounts as required for the preservation of the collection.
For more info: Collections Move Preparator
How to apply:
To apply: submit a cover letter and CV to jobs@brucemuseum.org with the subject line applicant's last name and "Collections Move Preparator ".
Contact:
Kathryn Brous
kbrous@brucemuseum.org
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Registrar, Exhibitions and Collections | Smart Museum of Art posted Dec 20, 2024
5550 S. Greenwood Ave.
Chicago, IL 60637
United States
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Salary: $70,000 - $85,000
The Registrar, Exhibitions and Collections reports to the Deputy Director and directly manages the Assistant Registrar, Chief Preparator, registration and exhibition interns, and temporary exhibition and collections staff; and provides shared supervision of the Smart's Art in Public Spaces staff. This role oversees all aspects of the management of the Smart Museum collection and loans made to it, from their public facing use in loans, exhibitions, and classes, to their behind-the-scenes care in transit, conservation, and storage. This position also manages the exhibition calendar and ensures the planning and coordination of work required to meet deadlines and budgets.
Qualified candidates will have experience in museum registration and collections management, including domestic and international exhibition coordination, loan management, and shipping, with a strong understa nding of museum standards for art care, handling, and legal/ethical considerations. They also have management experience and are skilled in using relational databases like The Museum System (TMS) and related Gallery Systems products for managing loans and exhibitions. With meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment, they excel in communication and interpersonal interactions, representing the museum to various stakeholders.
For more info: Registrar, Exhibitions and Collections
How to apply:
To apply: https://uchicago.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Chicago-IL/Registrar--Exhibitions-and-Collections_JR28442
Contact:
Ellen Peterson
epeterson4@uchicago.edu
Collections Manager, Ethnography | IU Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology (IUMAA) posted Jan 9, 2025
416 N Indiana Ave
Bloomington, IN 47408
United States
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Salary: Up to $60,000 per year based on education and experience
The Collections Manager, Ethnography partners interdepartmentally and across disciplines to manage collections and support research, curation, the development of collections access policies, repatriation, and the implementation of shared-stewardship and culturally conscious conservation models in the ethnographic collections. This position will work closely with operations, the learning and community engagement team and with students.
This position will bring a passion and dedication for collections care, ensuring descendant community requests are honored, respected, and integrated collection management procedures for the associated items.
For more info: Collections Manager
How to apply:
Please apply at https://hrms.iu.edu/psc/PH1PRD_PUB/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U
If link does not work, search job posting 314124 at https://jobs.iu.edu/
Contact:
Jean-Luc Howell
jehowel@iu.edu
Collections Steward | Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnography posted Feb 24, 2025
11 Divinity Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
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Salary: $63,000-$70,000
The Collections Steward coordinates and implements all aspects of museum collections management, with particular focus on supporting Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) consultation and duty of care for ethnographic and/or archaeological collections. Performs a wide range of collections management and administrative duties for assigned collections. Oversees and carries out day-to-day work with the collection. Reports to the Associate Director for Collections Care and Access.
For more info: Collections Steward
How to apply:
https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=25240&siteid=5341#home
Ent er requisition number 67669BR and select apply to job.
Include both your resume and cover letter.
Salary range can be found here: https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges
Contact:
Anne Olney
aolney@fas.harvard.edu
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The Collections NAGPRA Staff Assistant | Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnography posted Feb 24, 2025
11 Divinity Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
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Salary: $55,806-$60,000
The Collections NAGPRA Staff Assistant provides a variety of complex administrative/support duties to coordinate the activities and communications of the Collections Care and Access Department with a specific focus on collections-related activities associated with Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) compliance. Reports to the Associate Director for Collections Care and Access.
For more info: The Collections NAGPRA Staff Assistant
How to apply:
https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=25240&siteid=5341#home Enter requisition number 67670BR and select apply to job.
Include both your resume and cover letter.
Salary range can be found here: https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges
Contact:
Anne Olney
aolney@fas.harvard.edu
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Senior Registrar | Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston posted Jan 25, 2025
Institute of Contemporary Art Boston
25 Harbor Shore Dr
Boston, MA 02210
United States
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Salary: $95,000
The Senior Registrar oversees the ICA's registration practices and team within the Curatorial Department. This includes registration oversight of the ICA's permanent collection and robust exhibitions program and management of the Associate Registrar and Registration and Preparation Assistant. With a broad knowledge of contemporary art and the inherent complexities of such works, the Senior Registrar works collaboratively to help the ICA attain its ambitious programmatic goals while taking appropriate actions to anticipate issues, to ensure the security of each artwork, a nd to impart best museum practices. This individual serves as an important liaison between the ICA, lenders, and borrowers with utmost professionalism. This role works closely with other museum departments to comply with standards as they relate to collections and exhibitions management. Schedule includes some domestic and international travel and occasional nights and weekend hours in conjunction with installations, gallery incidents, and touring exhibitions. This is a full-time, salaried position.
The Senior Registrar contributes to a culture of collaboration, community, and respect while embodying the principles of ICA's Quality of Service and centers the work of Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, Inclusion, and Belonging in all areas of their work.
For a full description, please see the job posting here: https://www.icaboston.org/jobs/senior-registrar/
How to apply:
Interested candidates should submit resume and letter of interest to jobs@icaboston.org. When applying, please include "Senior Registrar" in the subject line.
Contact:
Robin Joyner
jobs@icaboston.org
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Director of Exhibitions and Registration | Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Harvard University posted Jan 25, 2025
24 Quincy Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
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Salary: $80,000-$95,000
he Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, a dynamic contemporary art center located within Harvard University's Art Film and Visual Studies department, seeks a Director of Exhibitions and Registration. Reporting to and working in close collaboration with the John R. and Barbara Robinson Family Director, this position plays a key leadership role within the Carpenter Center in the areas of exhibition management, museum registration, and administration. The Director of Exhibitions and Regis tration works within a collaborative small team environment to help guide an exciting program of contemporary art exhibitions.
For more info: Director of Exhibitions and Registration
How to apply:
Please apply at: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad partnerid=25240&siteid=5341&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=2012217#jobDetails=2012217_5341
Contact:
Francesca Williams
fwilliams@fas.harvard.edu
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Collections Manager and Chief Registrar | The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art posted Dec 9, 2024
125 West Bay Rd
Amherst, MA 01002
United States
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Salary: $60-$75K per year depending on experience
As the Collections Manager and Chief Registrar you are responsible for the general safety, management, cataloguing, conservation, storage, transport and access to The Carle's collections. As a key member of the Collections Team, you supervise the associate and assistant registrars, and works collaboratively with the curators, and other collections project staff, including work study students and i nterns, to support the museum and contribute to The Carle's mission. In addition, you have oversight over the safe transport and appropriate display of all display artifacts (either from the museum's collections or on loan) and the traveling exhibition program logistics.
For more info: Collections Manager and Chief Registrar
How to apply:
To apply: https://carlemuseum.org/about/work-volunteer/job-listings/collections-manager-and-chief-registrar
Contact:
Stephanie VanZandt
stephaniev@carlemuseum.org
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Collections Care Technician | Firebird Foundation for Anthropological Research posted Jan 20, 2025
PO Box A
Phillips, ME 04966
United States
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Salary: Starting at $22/hr
Contract job opportunity with a private collection in rural Western Maine. The Firebird Foundation for Anthropological Research is seeking a project-based collections care technician for a material culture collection with the primary directive to assist with a local collections move. To be considered, applicants should have prior experience with collections care tasks including object handling, packing, surface cleaning, and rehousing. The collections care technician will report directly to the collections manager. Professional degree i n museum studies or related degree preferred. Starting hourly rate of $22/hr; flexible work timeline (during spring-fall); two-month trial period with possibility for extension up to 6 months.
How to apply:
To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume, cover letter, professional references, and your availability to The Firebird Foundation's Collections Manager, Anne Olivares @ anne@firebirdfoundation.org
Contact:
Anne Olivares
anne@firebirdfoundation.org
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Associate Registrar | Detroit Institute of Arts posted Feb 10, 2025
5200 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
United States
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Salary: $60,026.00 To $72,031.00 Annually
Under the guidance of the Director, Registration, the Associate Registrar performs responsible work in connection with the administration of policies and procedures for acquisition, exhibition, and disposition of accessioned and borrowed art objects.
For more info: Associate Registrar
How to apply:
All applications should be submitted through the DIA Career Center. Please follow the link provided below to apply to this role.
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=3534d107-4279-4063-bb17-6ddf2cc1bcda&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=576858&lang=en_US
Contact:
Danielle Pfannes
dpfannes@dia.org
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Assistant/Associate Registrar | George Eastman Museum posted Mar 11, 2025
900 East Avenue
Rochester, NY 14607
United States
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Salary: $20.50-$23.60 per hour ($39,975-$46,000 annually)
Reporting to the Chief Registrar, the Assistant/Associate Registrar will have primary responsibility for managing the logistics and documentation of objects entering the museum for exhibitions organized or hosted by the George Eastman Museum and all long-term loans housed at the museum.
Job Duties:
- Working closely with curators, exhibitions team, and lenders, manage all registrarial aspects of exhibition development, including loan procurement, packing, shipping, coordination of insurance, courier requirements, facility reports, and prepare and process all relevant documentation.
- Participate in exhibition budget development process by procuring estimates and monitoring expenditures.
- Manage all aspects of registration for long-term loans; ensure loan agreements are current; collaborate with business office to ensure proper invoicing.
- Recommend policies and implement procedures based on professional best practices.
- Ensure accurate and consistent data entry into museum's collection management software, The Museum System (TMS).
- Develop exhibition and loan histories in TMS, based on information found in documentation. Work with Chief Registrar to update TMS appropriately, as documentation requires.
- In keeping with department standards, archive all exhibition records and files and create digital renditions for inclusion in TMS.
- Participate in departmental initiatives, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
How to apply:
To be considered for this position, please email a cover letter and a current CV or resume to Sarah Evans, Chief Registrar at sevans@eastman.org.
Contact:
Sarah Evans
sevans@eastman.org
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Registrar and Exhibitions Manager | Bronx Museum of the Arts posted Dec 12, 2024
1040 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10456
United States
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Salary: $63,000 to $65,000 per annum
Reporting to the Director of Curatorial Programs, the Registrar and Exhibitions Manager provides logistical and administrative support to ensure the Curatorial Department achieves its mission. The position supports the planning and production of exhibitions (onsite and traveling) and curatorial-related programs; manages a Permanent Collection of approximately 2,000 contemporary artworks in all media, focused on works by artists of African, Asian and Latin American ancestry reflecting the dynamic communities of the Bronx, and works by artis ts for whom the Bronx has been critical to their artistic practice and development; expands and deepens Museum holdings through research, documentation, and acquisitions as directed by the Director of Curatorial Programs; assists the production of Curatorial publications; and interfaces with artists, researchers, students, community members, colleagues, funders and other stakeholders.
For more info: Registrar and Exhibitions Manager
How to apply:
Please email a resume and cover letter to careers@bronxmuseum.org and include "Registrar and Exhibitions Manager" in the subject line.
Contact:
Eileen Jeng Lynch
ejenglynch@bronxmuseum.org
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Associate Registrar (F/T Hybrid) | The Barnes Foundation posted Jan 8, 2025
2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
Philadelphia, PA 19130
United States
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Salary: $60-65,000
The Associate Registrar reports to the Director of Registration and Exhibition Management and is responsible for managing the logistical aspects of incoming loans for the institution’s exhibition program at Calder Gardens, and other duties, as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Art History, Museum Studies, or a related field.
- Minimum of three years of experience in museum registration including experience with exhibitions and loans.
- Demonstrated knowledge of standard museum practices and procedures.
- Collections management database experience (TMS preferred) and a proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and Google applications.
- Fluency in a foreign language is preferred.
- Must be a well-organized, detail-oriented and deadline-driven individual who is cool under pressure, multitasks gracefully, takes initiative to support others and solves problems proactively.
How to apply:
Apply directly using this URL link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=57a31989-d414-4f1f-9309-a4a1f71a652d&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=534096&lang=en_US&source=CC2
Contact:
Human Resources Barnes Foundation
humanresources@barnesfoundation.org
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Art Handler | Crozier Fine Arts posted Mar 3, 2025
626 106th Street
Dallas, TX 76011
United States
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Salary: $19+
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with the handling, packing, and moving of museum objects under the guidance of senior staff.
- Learn and apply museum best practices for object care and handling.
- Assist with the inventory and documentation of collections, including data entry and photography.
- Perform basic cleaning and maintenance of artifacts and exhibit spaces.
- Prepare objects for exhibition, storage, and loan, including labeling and mounting.
- Assist with the installation and deinstallation of exhibitions.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Support the Collections team with various projects as needed.
- Adhere to all museum safety and security protocols.
How to apply:
Apply through our website: https://ironmountain.jobs/job-category/crozier/jobs/
Requisition: J0084317
Contact:
Ivy Albright
ivyalbright@crozierfinearts.com
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Art Collections Registrar | Utah Division of Arts and Museums posted Feb 24, 2025
310 S 500 W
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
United States
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Salary: $23-35/hr
The Utah Division of Arts & Museums is seeking a Registrar for the State of Utah Alice Merrill Horne Art Collection, which includes Fine, Folk, and Public Art collections. The registrar is an integral part of the exhibition, folk arts, visual arts and collections team, with the primary duty to use current technology to coordinate, record, and track the collection. The position is full-time, benefitted, with typical work hours onsite at the collection storage venue Monday through Friday. $23 - $35 hourly, DOE. Apply at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah
How to apply:
Search "Collections Registrar" at the link in description or go directly to:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah/jobs/4841746/collections-registrar?department[0]=710%20Department%20of%20Cultural%20and%20Community%20Engagement&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Contact:
Hannah Barrett
hbarrett@utah.gov
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Collections Technician: Objects and Paintings | Virginia Museum of Fine Arts posted Mar 3, 2025
200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd
Richmond, VA 23220
United States
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Salary: $40,815 annually
The Collections Management department of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts invites applications from individuals skilled in collections care, object housing, and storage maintenance for the role of Collections Technician, Objects and Paintings.
This position offers critical support to the storage, preservation, and presentation of all objects and paintings in the care, custody, and control of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. The role requires skill and experience working with many types of art. This position will play a supporting role in the Collections Department during the upcoming VMFA expansion.
For more info: Collections Technician: Objects and Paintings
How to apply:
To apply: https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/collections-technician-objects-paintings-richmond-virginia-united-states
Contact:
Ann Poulson
ann.poulson@vmfa.museum
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Goode Center Coordinator | Chrysler Museum of Art posted Jan 25, 2025
One Memorial Place
Norfolk, VA 23510
United States
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Salary: $44-48,000
This position will provide oversight of the study and storage areas for the Chrysler Museum of Art's works on paper collection including monitoring all visits and maintaining proper standards of care. The Goode Center Coordinator acts as both the external and internal representative of the Center. This position will promote engagement through object-based study and digital tools such as the Museum's collections management system.
For more info: Goode Center Coordinator
How to apply:
Please submit application to the Chrysler Museum of Art' s career portal.
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=a0168458-7b20-4d14-b64f-f4efa9dcec11&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US
Contact:
Devon Dargan
ddargan@chrysler.org
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Art preparator | Chrysler Museum of Art posted Jan 25, 2025
One Memorial Place
Norfolk, VA 23510
United States
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Salary: $45,760-$49,920
Working with the Museum's Registration, Exhibitions, and Curatorial teams, Preparators install exhibitions of works of art in the Museum's galleries, as well as prepare works of art for display, storage, or travel.
For more info: Art Preparator
How to apply:
Please apply to the Chrysler Museum of Art's career portal
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=a0168458-7b20-4d14-b64f-f4efa9dcec11&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter
Contact:
Devon Dargan
ddargan@chrysler.org
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Collections Manager/Curator | Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History posted Jan 6, 2025
1 Park Street
Middlebury, VT 05753
United States
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Salary: $60,000
The Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History (HSM) seeks a Collections Manager and Curator to oversee the physical and intellectual care, preservation, and documentation of its Museum collections, comprised of thousands of objects that primarily document the everyday life of Middlebury and Addison County residents in the late 18th and 19th centuries. The Collections Manager/Curator works to ensure the highest level of stewardship of the Sheldon Museum's permanent collection in compliance with museum standards. The Collections Manager/Curator will report to th e Executive Director and work in close coordination with the Archivist and Public History Fellow. For a full description, please see the job posting here: https://www.henrysheldonmuseum.org/work-at-the-sheldon
How to apply:
nterested candidates please send a letter of interest, resume, writing sample and three references to cmoseley@henrysheldonmuseum.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and position is open until filled. All materials will be confidential, and references will not be contacted without advance permission. No phone calls please. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work and learning environment and look forward to future team members who share that same value.
Contact:
Coco Moseley
cmoseley@henrysheldonmuseum.org
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Public History Fellow | Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History posted Jan 6, 2025
1 Park Street
Middlebury, VT 05753
United States
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Salary: $60,000
The Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History (HSM) seeks a Public History Fellow for a unique opportunity supported by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to conduct research and develop methods of interpretation that share under told and undiscovered stories of Vermont's history. Using the Museum's extensive archival materials and object collection, the Museum aims to leverage the power of narrative to create exhibitions that attest to the nuances of our human experience, spark conversations and bring people together. The Sheldon's new exhibits seek to embrace a range of experiences and perspectives, beyond the narrow scope of the idealized "Vermont" to tell a story that is civic minded, diverse, inclusive, and relevant. This Fellowship provides the opportunity to help transform our understanding of Vermont's past, while exploring meaningful and relevant ways to connect with today's Museum visitors. For a full position description, please see the job posting here: https://www.henrysheldonmuseum.org/work-at-the-sheldon
How to apply:
Interested candidates please send a letter of interest, resume, writing sample and three references to cmoseley@henrysheldonmuseum.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and position is open until filled . All materials will be confidential, and references will not be contacted without advance permission. No phone calls please. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work and learning environment and look forward to future team members who share that same value.
Contact:
Coco Moseley
cmoseley@henrysheldonmuseum.org
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