Chief Curator: Visionary Leader for Collection & Exhibitions

Posted 8 days ago

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About the role

The Colby College Museum of Art in Waterville, Maine seeks a Chief Curator to lead curatorial strategy, develop the collection, and guide a small, high-performing team. The role combines creative vision with practical leadership to advance exhibitions, research, and public programs across a richly diverse collection. The Chief Curator will partner with the Museum Director, oversee a multiyear exhibition program, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners.

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