Fruitlands Museum Guest Curator

Description:
Fruitlands Museum in Harvard Mass.seeks an experienced, dynamic professional with an entrepreneurial spirit to serve as their Guest Curator – 2016 Season.
This is full-time seasonal position responsible for supporting the management of the museum’s collections and exhibition program during the 2016 main season – April to November. This is a unique opportunity to work with distinct collections (American Art, Native American, Shaker, and Transcendentalism) as well as living artists, by coordinating a range of exhibitions and supporting activities. Working collaboratively with other members of the museum’s team and key partners, this position helps ensure the successful delivery of the museum’s curatorial content while supporting the overall mission of the museum.
Key responsibilities include collaborating with the Executive Director in the development and delivery of a balanced and dynamic exhibition program in the museum’s galleries and on the grounds; coordinating all contracts, shipping and installation details, as well as publications and programs for temporary and collections exhibitions. The Guest Curator also supports the care of the Museum’s collections, archives and historic structures, and updates and maintains all Past Perfect inventory and exhibition records. Additional duties may include collaborating with other team members in the preparation of interpretive materials for new exhibitions, brochure texts and catalogues, and content for marketing, development, grant writing and fundraising activities.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience:

· Master’s degree in material culture, art history, museums studies or relevant curatorial program of study is required.

· Previous experience in museum curatorial positions, including strategic and budget planning experience.

Skills/Qualifications:

· Requires a strong understanding of curatorial professional practices, the history of art, Shaker & Indian culture and New England heritage.

· Knowledge of collections management practices, Microsoft Office Suite software and Past Perfect is essential.

· Be able to foster teamwork while skilled at training and motivating people.

· Must nurture and maintain professional, confident and friendly interactions with diverse public.

· Demonstrated ability to create innovate programs and exhibitions.

How To Apply:
To apply, submit letter of application and resume to:

Wyona Lynch-McWhite

Executive Director Fruitlands Museum

wlynch-mcwhite@fruitlands.org

Apply by:
May 06, 2016