Head Curator, Drawings Institute
menilHouston (TX)
About the role
The Menil Drawing Institute seeks a visionary Chief Curator of Drawings to lead programming, collection growth, and the administration of the institute. Reporting to the Director of the Menil Collection, this role oversees exhibitions, catalogues, and donor relations, shaping the institute's international reputation.
Required are an advanced degree in Art History (PhD preferred), 10 years in curatorial leadership, and 5+ years managing staff, with a strong track record in research, publications,
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