Crystal Bowyer

Crystal Bowyer currently serves as the Chief Strategy and External Affairs Officer at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago since April 2024. Prior to this role, Crystal held the position of President and CEO at the National Children's Museum from June 2017 to March 2024, where the institution supported children and families for over thirty years. Previous experience includes serving as the Director of External Affairs at the Museum of Science and Industry from June 2013 to June 2017, Adjunct Faculty at North Park University, Director of Advancement for the Chicago Children's Choir, and Advancement Manager at Great Circle. Crystal's early career highlights include work as a Campaign Organizer during the 2004 U.S. Presidential Election and Missouri Gubernatorial Campaign. Academic credentials include a Master of Nonprofit Administration from the University of Notre Dame and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Communications from the University of Missouri-Columbia.