Director of Public History, Missouri History Museum
St. Louis, MO
Compensation: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 Salary
One of the largest, oldest, and most-visited historical societies in the country, the Missouri Historical Society is in the midst of a transformative decade focused on sharing more history with more people than ever before through major new initiatives, including a 12,000-square-foot St. Louis history gallery opening in 2028, expanded programs and education efforts, new communications strategies, and new visitor-centered spaces. At this important moment for MHS and for St. Louis, we seek a Director of Public History to lead a team of public historians and provide strategic direction for storytelling across exhibits, programs, media, partnerships, and emerging public-facing initiatives. The successful candidate will be an accomplished storyteller, collaborative leader, and creative thinker who is excited to help define and grow a new role as MHS innovates, evolves, and expands its public profile.
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Assistant Archivist, Chester County Archives and Records
West Chester, PA
Compensation: $45,000 with benefits.
The Chester County History Center (CCHC), in partnership with the County of Chester, seeks a dynamic, customer-service-oriented Assistant Archivist to support the daily operations of the Chester County Archives and Records Services Department.
This is an entry-level position designed for someone looking to build a career in public history and archives. The Assistant Archivist will serve as a welcoming, helpful presence in our reading room while helping connect the preservation of historic records with 21st-century digital access. This position offers hands-on experience in public reference, digitization, collection processing, digital curation and community outreach.
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Registrar, Albany Institute of History & Art
Albany, NY
Compensation: $42,000 – $52,000 annually
As a key member of the Curatorial team, the Registrar is responsible for leading the day-to-day management of collections items, including intake (new acquisitions and loans), storage, handling, catalogue database input, safety & security, and transport. The Registrar collaborates with other members of the curatorial staff to prepare items for installation and exhibition, ensure safe, secure, and appropriate display and care, and provide catalogue information, as needed. The Registrar reports directly to the Chief Curator.
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Development Associate, Albany Institute of History & Art
Albany, NY
Compensation: $23.00 – $26.50 ($42,000 – $48,000 annualized)
The Albany Institute of History & Art (AIHA) is seeking a development professional to join a vibrant team ensuring one of the oldest museums in the United States continues to thrive and serve as an important repository for our region’s heritage. The Development Associate assists the Director of Development in executing all fundraising initiatives related to individual giving and corporate philanthropy. The Development Associate coordinates AIHA’s membership program.
The Development Associate works with all Development department staff and represents AIHA by participating in community events and activities. This position reports directly to the Director of Development.
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Public Programs Manager, Historic Deerfield
Deerfield, MA
Compensation: $46,000 to $51,000.
The Public Programs Manager (PPM) develops, plans, and executes engaging, content-rich and mission-relevant experiences, activities, and events that connect visitors of all ages to Historic Deerfield’s collections, site, and history. With strategic guidance from the Director of Museum Education, the PPM is responsible for creating and coordinating regularly scheduled visitor experiences that complement Historic Deerfield’s house and walking tour program, as well as helping to plan and execute stand-alone special events and programs for ticketed visitors.
Along with new programs the PPM will develop with the Director of Museum Education, they are responsible for existing programs such as historic trade demonstrations, the Apprentice’s Workshop experience, creative encounters carts, historic foodways programs, and other public demonstrations. They are also responsible for working with the Director of Museum Education to develop, plan, and execute special events, such as seasonal special tours, theatrical events and concerts, living history reenactors, and hands-on workshops for adults. They will work with the Director of Marketing and Communications to promote these events to a wide audience, building Historic Deerfield’s visitation. Other duties as required.
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Campaign Manager (Project-based, 18–24 Months), Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
Hagerstown, MD
Compensation: $64,000–80,000
The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts (WCMFA) in Hagerstown, Maryland seeks an organized, detail-oriented Campaign Manager to lead the logistics and administration of the museum’s $20 million capital campaign in support of the creation of a new Education Center. This is a temporary, full-time position expected to run approximately 18–24 months, wrapping up the campaign’s quiet phase and successfully launching the public phase of the campaign.
The museum is raising funds to support the creation and construction of a new education center and arts campus. The Campaign Manager will play a critical logistical and administrative role in this effort, working closely with the Executive Director, the Campaign Committee, and the Manager of Development.
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Manager of Development, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
Hagerstown, MD
Compensation: $57,000–72,000
The Manager of Development will manage grant writing and reporting, corporate and foundation sponsorships, the annual fund, the membership program, and the museum’s slate of fundraising events, while helping build a strong culture of philanthropy across the organization.
The Manager of Development will be part of a team committed to elevating the regional reputation of the museum while contributing to the city’s revitalization, and maintaining the museum’s stature as a cornerstone for arts and culture in Hagerstown.
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