ASSOCIATE CURATOR OR CURATOR OF AMERICAN ART

Location: Kansas City, MO
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art seeks a dynamic and scholarly Curator of American Art to play a vital role in researching, preserving, and interpreting one of the nation’s most significant collections of American art, and will consider candidates who meet the requirements of either an Associate Curator or full Curator level.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Associate Curator or Curator of American Art will lead the research, care, and growth of our historic American art collection, including paintings, sculpture, and works on paper from the 18th to early 20th centuries. You’ll develop exhibitions, grow the collection, and engage diverse audiences through scholarship and programming.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Manage, research, and interpret the historic American art collection.
• Develop original exhibitions and gallery installations.
• Build relationships with collectors, galleries, and donors to support acquisitions.
• Conduct scholarly research and publish related work.
• Collaborate with internal teams on museum projects and initiatives.
• Deliver tours, lectures, and presentations to varied audiences.