Ryan J Shank is an Emmy-award-winning documentary filmmaker and museum professional currently serving as the Director of Historical and Digital Resources at Conner Prairie. They earned an MA in Museum Studies from George Washington University and have previous experience at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum. Passionate about American history, Ryan believes in the transformative power of local museums and currently contributes to the Youth250 Bureau with Made By Us, focusing on engaging Gen-Z audiences for the upcoming 2026 semiquincentennial. In their role at Conner Prairie, Ryan develops digital educational content and oversees the care of nearly 27,000 artifacts.
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