Museum Search & Reference places museum directors, deputy directors, curators, educators, and other leaders in museums of all sizes. We find diverse leadership talent for museums in disciplines from art to science, from history to Indigenous culture, in large cities as well as small communities throughout the United States. We are experts in museum leadership placement.

Museums are some of the most engaged public spaces in America today and our team of former museum and nonprofit directors understands the museum field inside out. We know the nuts and bolts of executive leadership because we have been successful executive directors. At Museum Search & Reference we recognize the multifaceted attributes museums look for in their leaders and will help you identify professionals who have experience leading, inspiring others, imagining the future, and raising the resources to secure it. 

Our team is hands-on and deeply networked. Our decades of experience placing talent in museums of all sizes and character across North America has led to a distinguished track record of success. Looking for an executive recruiter to assist you, or looking for your next career move? Please be in touch.

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