Elizabeth Escamilla

Elizabeth Escamilla is an experienced education professional with a robust background in museum education and public programs. Currently serving as the Assistant Director for Education and Public Programs at the J. Paul Getty Trust since November 2020, Elizabeth previously held the position of Director of Education at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art from January 2018 to February 2020, where innovative educational initiatives were developed to align with the museum's mission and audience needs. Elizabeth's extensive tenure at the J. Paul Getty Trust from January 1996 to January 2018 included roles such as Head of Education Department and Interim Assistant Director for Education and Public Programs, overseeing large teams and engaging with diverse audiences effectively. With a strong foundation in educational program development, community partnerships, and audience engagement, Elizabeth holds degrees from UC Santa Barbara and San Francisco State University.