Curator of Public Play and Game Shows

Strong National Museum • Rochester, NY

18d • $52,500 - $62,500

About The Position

The Strong is seeking a Curator of Public Play and Game Shows to manage, research, and expand its collections and help lead its curatorial program and the National Archives of Game Show History. The role focuses on collecting and preserving historical materials related to game shows, amusement parks, playgrounds, and other forms of public play. The curator will acquire and catalog objects, collaborate with the Exhibits and Conservation teams on displays, cultivate donor relationships, and advocate for the museum’s educational mission.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in History, Museum Studies, or a related field.
• Knowledge of playthings, public play, or game show history.
• Proven experience in artifact cataloging and collection management.
• Exceptional interpersonal tact.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• Passion for sharing history through public speaking, media appearances, and compelling exhibits.

Nice To Haves

• Entrepreneurial drive for growing collections and cultivating donors.

Responsibilities

• Manage, research, and expand the museum’s collections.
• Collect and preserve historical materials related to game shows, amusement parks, playgrounds, and other forms of public play.
• Acquire and catalog new objects.
• Collaborate with the Exhibits and Conservation teams to design displays.
• Cultivate donor relationships.
• Serve as a spokesperson and advocate for the museum’s educational mission, including through public speaking and media appearances.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time