Lewes Historical Society

Assistant Curator  |  Lewes, Delaware                                                                 Jan 2023 to Current

As Assistant Curator, I manage the installation of exhibitions across multiple historic sites. I collaborate with cross-functional teams to preserve and interpret historic homes through inclusive curation, research, and the use of project management software to meet aggressive timelines. Beyond exhibition planning, I oversee the collections and support mission-fulfilling programs and events.

• Maintains the documentation for over 2,000 collection objects, ensuring accurate record keeping and database management.

• Develops exhibitions, collaborating with site staff to expand public engagement.

• Successfully delivers 2–3 concurrent exhibitions annually under tight deadlines while multitasking and maintaining a strong work ethic and high standards of accuracy

• Writes and designs interpretive materials to enhance visitor understanding of historical narratives.

• Supports grant writing by providing research and narrative development for exhibit-based proposals.

• Writes condition reports and employs preventative care measures for the collection, ensuring the stewardship of artifacts.

• Utilizes manual dexterity and safe lifting techniques for handling and transporting museum collections.

• Conducts provenance research on objects in the collection.

Lewes Historical Society

Site Interpreter  |  Lewes, Delaware                                                       Dec 2021 to Dec 2022

Delivered immersive programming for guests across multiple sites. As a costumed interpreter, I fostered positive visitor experiences. Additionally, I oversaw front-of-house operations, including admissions, gift shop transactions, and visitor safety.

• Facilitated in-depth tours for visitors.

• Coordinated and facilitated large-scale educational programming and field trips for groups of 300+ students.

• Spearheaded outreach efforts that successfully recovered attendance levels following the post-COVID-19 dip in visitors.

• Collaborated with educational staff to develop activities focused on regional cultural history.

• Demonstrated supervisory capabilities by training interns.

• Monitored exhibitions to ensure security and accessibility for visitors.

 Lewes Historical Society

Research Assistant  |  Lewes, Delaware                                                                  Jun 2020 to Dec 2021

Conducted research to develop an exhibition. I played a key role in reimagining the Burton-Ingram House, integrating research findings into its spatial and historical context. Gained skills in collections management using PastPerfect to document artifacts.

• Authored an exhibition guide within 4 months, summarizing historical narratives and enhancing programming.

• Conducted archival research, providing material that informed exhibition narratives and enhanced public engagement.

SAGE Dining Services

Cashier and Server  |  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania                                                  Sep 2018 to Mar 2020

As a Student Worker, I assisted in front-of-house sales and back-of-house culinary preparation in a high-volume dining environment. I ensured food safety by monitoring temperatures, and I kept a balanced cash drawer.

• Upheld safety and sanitation protocols in service areas, demonstrating strong attention to detail and compliance with operational standards.

• Collaborated with the culinary team to ensure efficient service and maintain quality standards for food presentation and handling.

• Provided professional customer service to students and faculty, fostering a welcoming dining environment.

• Processed sales using the POS system, maintained cash drawers, and ensured efficient guest checkout during peak hours.

Vera Bradley

Stock Associate  |  Lewes, Delaware                                                                        Jun 2017 to Aug 2018

Managed the flow of merchandise from the stockroom to the sales floor. Collaborated with the team to meet sales targets, providing support across both inventory and customer service. Upheld brand values by maintaining a high standard of service and visual presentation.

• Maintained visual merchandising standards and a clean store environment to uphold the brand image.

• Executed tasks, including POS transactions, inventory system management, and stockroom organization in a fast-paced setting.

• Enhanced guest experience and drove store revenue by utilizing consultative selling strategies to identify customer needs and maximize add-on sales.

Baltimore Museum of Art

Student Volunteer/Intern  |  Baltimore, MD                                                             May 2017 to Jun 2017

• Observed and assisted with the installation of artwork

• Learned the process of cataloguing.

• Gained experience using The Museum System (TMS) Software.