Museum Studies

Skills for a Future Career in Museums

Specialist skills and a passion for collections have long been prerequisites for aspiring museum professionals. But those qualities now need to be backed up by an understanding of the new roles and responsibilities expected of individuals, as well as the …

By Elaina McKie
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Your Guide to Finding a Job as a Museum Docent (With Tips)

By The Indeed Editorial Team

Museums can offer many employment opportunities for professionals who are interested in art, science, education or history. A job as a museum docent is often a good step toward a high-paying career working in museums. …

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Career Crush: What Does It Take to Be a Museum Curator?

By Kelsey Alpaio – Harvard Business Review

I love museums. But the last thing I’m thinking about when I’m walking through one is the person who hung the frame up on the wall or the person who wrote the description …

By Elaina McKie
Elaina McKie Career Advisor
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