Curator of pre-Columbian Art
Denver Art Museum
Denver, CO

The Denver Art Museum (DAM) seeks an energetic, experienced curator to develop exhibitions and oversee and reinstall its distinguished pre-Columbian collection, considered one of the best such collections in the U.S. A specialty in Mesoamerica and the Intermediate Region is preferred but broad expertise is essential to curate a collection covering vast regions and historical eras. Should enjoy working with donors and collectors and welcome broad audiences, including families with children. OPPORTUNITIES: re-install the pre-Columbian collection of 3,000 objects in the 11,000 square feet of modern gallery space, incorporate new technologies; organize ambitious, world-class “Banner” exhibitions every several years; select masterpieces for cross-departmental thematic exhibitions for 2017-20; acquire works for the permanent collection through purchases and gifts from DAM’s active patrons and collectors. Work in Denver, a vibrant city close to spectacular mountains. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee the study-storage collection; organize a biennial symposium and publish proceedings; collaborate with curator of Spanish Colonial Art in galleries and special exhibitions organized collectively as the New World Department; prepare and give lectures, tours and workshops to a variety of audiences. REQUIRED: 5+ years’ curatorial or equivalent experience; thorough knowledge of pre-Columbian art and current research trends; proficiency in Spanish (fluency preferred); related M.A. (PhD preferred); ambitious for the institution. Salary/title commensurate with experience. See full qualifications/job description and how to apply to [log in to unmask] by deadline June 30, 2016 at: www.museum-search.com. EOE.  Nominations welcome.  [www.denverartmuseum.org]

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