Katie Van Riper

Katharine Van Riper is an experienced museum professional currently serving as Collections Manager at Martha's Vineyard Museum, with a background that includes roles as Curatorial Assistant, Museum Educator, and Lighthouse Visitor Guide. Responsibilities have encompassed visitor engagement, collection organization, archival research, and exhibit curation. Previous volunteer experiences at the Durham Museum and Royal Cornwall Museum contributed to enhancing online presence and developing informative trails within galleries. Katharine's academic credentials include a Master of Arts in History and a Master of Arts in Museum and Artefact Studies from Durham University, along with a Bachelor's degree in History and Psychology from Northwestern University. Notable achievements during collegiate athletic participation in the Women's Varsity Fencing Team include multiple All Midwestern Conference recognitions and academic awards.