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Vintage Car Museum Curator

Rogers, MN · On-site

Collaborate with marketing teams on storytelling, exhibit promotion, and public programs. * Assist ... The Museum Curator role requires the ability to lift and move objects up to 25-40 pounds, including ...

City of Riverside

CURATOR OF HISTORY

Riverside, CA

$79K - $96K/yr

The Curator of History may assist with the museum's ongoing effort to seek and administer grants and private donations and support execution of the Museum's major events. The Curator of History ...

City of Riverside, CA

CURATOR OF HISTORY

Riverside, CA · On-site

$79K - $96K/yr

The Curator of History may assist with the museum's ongoing effort to seek and administer grants and private donations and support execution of the Museum's major events. The Curator of History ...

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Assistant Museum Registrar

Jacksonville, FL

$37K/yr

Department MOCA, Curatorial Compensation $37,500.00 Annual General Description The Assistant Museum Registrar supports the MOCA Registrar in administrative and registration functions related to the ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant museum curator in the United States is $76,262.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,500.00 and $84,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Assistant Museum Curators often encounter challenges such as maintaining accurate and detailed records of collections, ensuring proper storage and conservation of artifacts, and balancing multiple projects with tight deadlines. They may also need to coordinate with various departments, such as education and exhibitions, to support programming and public engagement. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential to navigate these responsibilities and uphold the museum’s standards for collection care.

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An Assistant Museum Curator helps manage and care for a museum's collections, assists with research, and supports the planning of exhibitions. They often handle cataloging artifacts, preparing displays, and coordinating with other museum staff or external partners. Additionally, assistant curators may participate in educational programming, community outreach, and administrative tasks. Their role is essential in preserving, interpreting, and presenting collections to the public.

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To thrive as an Assistant Museum Curator, you need a background in art history, museum studies, or a related field, often supported by a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree. Familiarity with collection management systems, digital cataloguing tools, and exhibition planning software is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences set exceptional curators apart. These skills and qualities are essential for preserving collections, creating engaging exhibits, and supporting the museum’s educational mission.
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Program Coordinator & Assistant Museum Curator

Tuskegee Airmen National Museum

Detroit, MI • On-site

$40K - $55K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Tuskegee Airmen National Historical Museum
Position Summary
The Program Coordinator & Assistant Museum Curator is a hybrid role that supports the Museum’s Director of Program Innovation 80% & the Museum curator 20%. This position assists with structure, document, and support of education programs and exhibitions, collections care, and public storytelling. The role plays a key part in ensuring that exhibitions and programs are well-organized, repeatable, and clearly communicated through the museum’s voice and mission.
Job Description: Program Coordinator & Assistant Museum Curator
Salary:
Duties:
Programs & Flight Academy Support
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Support summer enrichment programs, Flight Academy, and other education initiatives through scheduling, logistics, and materials preparation
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Assist with organizing and documenting program workflows, timelines, and materials to support repeatability and growth
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Help develop program tools such as checklists, templates, and training guides for instructors, interns, and volunteers
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Support onboarding and coordination of program staff and volunteers
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Assist in aligning exhibitions with education and program goals to strengthen learning outcomes
Note: This role supports program operations and documentation. Program strategy, curriculum design, and instruction remain under the direction of program leadership.
Exhibitions & Preparator Support
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Research and develop temporary, traveling, and permanent exhibits that align with the museum's vision, subject matter, and donor requests
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Make updates to traveling exhibit boards
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Work with museum curator, director, and other related staff on installation, deinstallation, and travel of exhibits
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Work with museum curator to pack, unpack, and crate objects and artwork
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Maintain the appearance of galleries and exhibition spaces
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Plan out both temporary and permanent exhibit spaces on our properties
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Strategize best storage solutions at the Fort Wayne Location
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Act as liaison between the Tuskegee Airmen National Historical Museum and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History curatorial and exhibit departments
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Manage social media by posting museum updates, student progress, and historical/curatorial trivia
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Develop virtual exhibit and museum content for official website
Storytelling, Content & Community Engagement
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Coordinate and/or create weekly museum and program-related content for social media platforms
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Capture and share behind-the-scenes exhibition work, programs in action, Flight Academy activities, and museum highlights
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Assist with or direct the creation of flyers, promotional materials, and digital announcements
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Ensure all public-facing content reflects the museum’s mission, history, and interpretive lens
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Support website updates, virtual content, and digital storytelling initiatives
Qualifications
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Master's degree preferred in museum studies or a related field preferred
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Experience in exhibition preparation, gallery operations, or curatorial support
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Background in museum education, public programming, or youth engagement
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Strong organizational, writing, and interpretive communication skills
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Experience creating or coordinating promotional or social media content in an institutional setting
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Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage multiple projects
Desired Skills & Attributes
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Systems-oriented and detail-focused
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Comfortable documenting processes and improving workflows
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Strong visual and narrative storytelling skills
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Adaptable and collaborative team member
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Passion for education, community engagement, and museum work

Company Description

Tuskegee Airmen National Museum is a unique museum in that it introduces and teaches youth in aviation and aerospace science while at the same time chronicles the history of the Tuskegee Airmen.