Job description
Join The Heritage Museum of Boston as a Public Historian & Education Coordinator. This full-time role blends rigorous research with engaging public programming to illuminate local and national histories.
As part of our Education and Exhibitions team, you will:
- Lead research projects using primary sources to support exhibits and programs.
- Develop and deliver public programs, tours, workshops, and school programs.
- Collaborate with curators on exhibit planning and content development.
- Create educational materials and curricula aligned with state standards.
- Coordinate oral history projects and manage archival records with attention to accuracy and accessibility.
- Build partnerships with schools, community organizations, and vendors.
- Support grant writing, fundraising, and project evaluation efforts.
Responsibility
- Lead rigorous historical research using primary sources to support exhibits and programs.
- Plan and deliver high-quality public programs, tours, and workshops for diverse audiences.
- Collaborate with curators to develop accurate, engaging exhibit content.
- Create educational materials, lesson plans, and curricula aligned with standards.
- Coordinate oral history projects and manage archival records with attention to accessibility.
- Build partnerships with schools, museums, and community organizations to expand impact.
- Support grant writing, fundraising, and program evaluation activities.
Qualification
- Master's degree in History, Public History, or a related field from an accredited institution.
- At least 3 years of professional experience in history, museums, or public programs.
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills with experience using primary sources.
- Experience with archives, cataloging, and archival management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, public speaking, and storytelling abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with diverse communities.
- Experience with grant writing or fundraising and program evaluation is preferred.