Michael Meister

Michael Meister is an experienced exhibition designer with a distinguished career at The American Museum of Natural History since August 2007, serving as the Director of Exhibition Design. In this role, Michael has overseen a wide range of interpretative exhibits, including significant projects such as "Impact: The End of the Age of Dinosaurs," "Titanosaur: The Wallach Orientation Center," and "The Power of Poison." Additionally, Michael has held an academic position as an Adjunct Associate Professor in Exhibition Design and Planning at New York University for a brief period in 2021. Michael's educational background includes a BFA and MFA in Scenic and Theatrical Design from the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University, complemented by studies at The Cooper Union and the Brooklyn Museum.