Associate Curator

The Associate Curator will bring collections and exhibitions experience with an innovative and engaging vision to the curation and interpretation of the historic houses and historic collections within the Metrowest region. The role involves creating installations and exhibitions that are fresh, original, welcoming, and educational, and assisting with related public programming.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in material culture, American history or decorative arts, ideally with expertise in the New England region
• 5+ years of experience with a record of curatorial achievement
• Collections database experience and a strong understanding of museum and archives standards
• Demonstrated knowledge of collection care, project management, and preventative care

Benefits

• Sick time: 15 days per year
• Vacation time: 20 days per year (prorated)
• 12 observed holidays, 3 floating
• Health insurance: You are eligible to participate in the Trustees health insurance benefit via Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave
• Life Insurance
• 401k with 5% match after 1 year of employment
• Employee Assistance Program: Free access to a confidential service that helps employees and their communities with personal and work-related issues
• Reciprocity: Enjoy access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions for Trustees Staff, Volunteers and Interns
• Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns
• Day of Wonder: Spend one workday per year to exploring a Trustees property
• Day of Service: Spend one workday per year to helping with a project at a Trustees property