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James Madison's Montpelier

Museum Technician

Orange, VA · On-site

$37K - $46K/yr

As needed, the Museum Technician will also assist the Collections Manager with registration and ... This includes the house and South Yard Spaces, Visitor Center Galleries, Collections Storage Spaces ...

James Madison's Montpelier

Museum Technician

Orange, VA · On-site

$37K - $46K/yr

As needed, the Museum Technician will also assist the Collections Manager with registration and ... This includes the house and South Yard Spaces, Visitor Center Galleries, Collections Storage Spaces ...

NOVA Parks

Education Curator

Alexandria, VA · On-site

Carlyle House, an eighteenth-century historic house museum committed to telling an inclusive story, located in Old Town Alexandria, seeks a dynamic, proactive, creative, hands-on associate ...

NOVA Parks

Education Curator

Alexandria, VA

Carlyle House, an eighteenth-century historic house museum committed to telling an inclusive story, located in Old Town Alexandria, seeks a dynamic, proactive, creative, hands-on associate ...

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CRNA

Chase, KS · On-site

Additionally, take a stroll through Athletic Park or visit the Warkentin House Museum for a glimpse into the city's rich architectural heritage. About the Clinician's Workday The schedule is Monday ...

NOVA Parks

Education Curator

Carlyle, IL · On-site

Carlyle House, an eighteenth-century historic house museum committed to telling an inclusive story, located in Old Town Alexandria, seeks a dynamic, proactive, creative, hands-on associate ...

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Charleston, SC · On-site

Charleston, SC, is rich in history with attractions like the Nathaniel-Russell House Museum, Fort Sumter National Monument, and Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, along with aquatic activities such as ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for house museum in the United States is $22.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a house museum?

A house museum is a historic home or residence that has been preserved and opened to the public as a museum. These museums often showcase the life, culture, and artifacts of the people who lived there, allowing visitors to experience history in an authentic setting. House museums may be dedicated to notable individuals, architectural history, or specific time periods, offering guided tours, educational programs, and special exhibitions. They play a vital role in preserving local heritage and providing insight into the past.

What are some common challenges faced by staff working in a house museum setting?

Staff in house museums often face the unique challenge of balancing historic preservation with visitor engagement. Since these museums are frequently housed in historic properties, employees must ensure that daily operations and tours do not compromise the building’s integrity or artifacts. Additionally, team members regularly collaborate to develop educational programs and coordinate with maintenance staff to address conservation needs. Effective communication and adaptability are key, as the work environment can involve a mix of front-line visitor interaction and behind-the-scenes preservation tasks.

What is the difference between House Museum vs Historic Site Interpreter?

AspectHouse MuseumHistoric Site Interpreter
CredentialsMay require history or museum studies degree, preservation trainingOften requires history or education background, interpretive training
Work EnvironmentIndoor, museum or historic house settingOutdoor and indoor historic site locations
Employer & IndustryMuseums, historic homes, cultural institutionsNational parks, historic sites, cultural organizations
Primary RolePreserve, display, and interpret historic artifacts and houseEngage visitors with history through tours, demonstrations

While both roles involve educating the public about history, a House Museum focuses on preserving and showcasing a historic residence, whereas a Historic Site Interpreter emphasizes engaging visitors through interpretive programs at outdoor or outdoor-indoor historic locations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a House Museum Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a House Museum Manager, you need expertise in museum studies or history, strong organizational skills, and often a relevant degree. Familiarity with collection management software, preservation techniques, and facility management systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, leadership, and public engagement skills help in managing staff, volunteers, and visitor experiences. These skills ensure the preservation of historical assets, effective operations, and meaningful educational experiences for the public.
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Infographic showing various House Museum job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,727 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Museum Technician

James Madison's Montpelier

Orange, VA • On-site

$37K - $46K/yr

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Posted 18 days ago

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WORK OBJECTIVES: As a member of the Curatorial and Collections Department, the Museum Technician provides the primary support for the routine maintenance and preventative conservation activities for the Fine and Decorative Arts Collection at Montpelier. This includes maintaining the stability, cleanliness, and safety of the historic interiors and collections in Montpelier's exhibition and collections storage spaces. As needed, the Museum Technician will also assist the Collections Manager with registration and documentation tasks.

DUTIES: Provides the primary hands-on collections care for the Decorative Arts Collection: Completes daily/weekly/monthly hands-on object cleaning and housekeeping in the historic interiors and collections spaces, using knowledge of professional standards for collections care. Practices proper care and handling of fragile and delicate museum objects in all tasks. Conducts daily/weekly/monthly walkthroughs of the collection and exhibition spaces to monitor condition.

This includes the house and South Yard Spaces, Visitor Center Galleries, Collections Storage Spaces, the Train Depot & Gilmore Cabin, and other spaces as needed. Routinely cleans objects, such as paper, textiles, wood, metal, glass, pottery, and furniture using curatorial approved techniques and agents, including cleansers, solvents, soap solutions, and polishes. Assists with monitoring collections environments, including integrated pest management, temperature and humidity monitoring and light level monitoring.

Notifies supervisor of any structural or artifact-related problem, especially when conservation or object safety measures are needed Provides general departmental support as needed: Assists with special projects, such as installing, arranging, assembling, preparing, and moving artifacts for exhibition or storage, including objects on loan to Montpelier. Assists with registration tasks essential for maintenance of curatorial accession, loan, and research files Including preparing and filing collections documentation, object numbering and condition reporting, and database maintenance. When needed, serves as an approved object courier for incoming and outgoing loans, new acquisitions, etc.

Works with staff and outside contractors when work is performed in the vicinity of collections, including media access. Provides administrative and event support for the department. Assists with emergency preparedness efforts, when needed.

Contributes to digital materials such as social media posts or blog posts, as needed. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree, preferably in history, art history, preservation, or museum studies Knowledge of object handling practices and procedures, preferably in a museum setting.

Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures Knowledge of computers and software including word processing; experience with collections management software, particularly Re:discovery Proficio, a plus. Ability to work flexible schedule; including early hours and/or after business hours, weekends Ability to balance individual duties with multiple and changing priorities within department Ability to work independently Strong, positive interpersonal skills High energy self-starter Ability to maintain accurate records; excellent visual recall; the ability to make connections between disparate data; good organizational skills; attention to detail Must maintain a current Virginia driver's license and be able to drive a van and golf cart Must be able to lift 50 pounds minimum and be willing to work in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings

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