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I have read this newsgroup for several months and have finally decided to
post in hopes of receiving some advice from subscribers.  I recently
graduated with a Masters in Anthropology with a Museum Studies emphasis
and am trying to decide what route to take in my career.  I would prefer
to work in a small museum, but the only work I can seem to find is in
larger institutions.  I realize that I may need to work in a large museum
until I can find employment in a small institution, but I am not sure which
area I should focus on.  Since I am Native American, I have been encouraged
to work on NAGPRA projects, but I do not feel comfortable dealing with
human remains and sacred objects on a regular basis.  I do have a teaching
certificate and an education background, so I have considered education,
but I really like curatorial work.  Which area would best prepare me, or
more specifically, best make me marketable for a small museum?  Is there
one area over another that is preferable?  I know there are many of you
out there with a great deal of museum experience that probably have a
much better idea than I do!  Any ideas or opions would be greatly
appreciated!  I would really like to get my career started on the right
track!  Thanks in advance
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<> <> <> Shannon Pelot Valerio <> <> <>