Lauren Peightel

Lauren Peightel serves as the Engagement Manager at the Indiana Historical Society, where responsibilities include building partnerships with refugee and immigrant populations, managing diverse community-driven programs, and overseeing an extensive calendar of events. Previous roles include Coordinator of Genealogy & Family History Programs, Inventory Technician at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, Collections Manager at the Mifflin County Historical Society, and Assistant Registrar at the Centre County Library and Historical Museum. Lauren's foundational experience in arts education was gained as Program Director at Hameau Farm, while academic credentials include a Master's Degree in Museology/Museum Studies from The Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor's Degree in Art History and Entrepreneurial Studies from Seton Hill University.