Iris Plessius

Iris Plessius is a PhD candidate at Radboud University Nijmegen, focusing on the relationships between Indigenous Nations, primarily the Iroquois and Algonquian, and Dutch colonists in North America from 1674 to 1755. In addition to PhD research, Iris Plessius serves as a museum docent and guide at various institutions, including Context Travel, Museum Catharijneconvent, the Royal Palace Amsterdam, and the Frans Hals Museum, specializing in educational tours for students and the public, and developing materials on the role of religion in society. Previous experience includes a visiting research scholar role at Cornell University, where archival research was conducted, and assisting in curatorial projects. Iris Plessius holds multiple degrees from Radboud University in History, American Studies, and English Language and Culture, alongside additional studies at the University of Southern Maine.