Cumberland Estate is an expansive rural property with 10 historic and 5 contemporary residences dating back to the 18th Century in Tidewater, Virginia as well as 6,300 acres of forests, farmland and wildlife habitat. Cumberland has been a significant fixture in Virginia’s history since the 17th century. In recent years, this landmark site has had new life breathed into it as a result of its acquisition by Criss Cross Properties and the attention of the other residences and acreage. For more information on Cumberland Estate: https://cumberlandestate.com/ The Tidewater and Big Bend Foundation is dedicated to the preservation of historical structures, art, furnishings, and artifacts as well as rural land conservation in New Kent, Virginia and West Texas. The Foundation is a Texas 501(c)3 nonprofit, founded and endowed by John Poindexter in late 2020. The Foundation acquires, restores, and preserves significant historical structures and expansive rural landscapes in the Big Bend region of West Texas and Tidewater, Virginia. For more information on Tidewater and Big Bend Foundation: https://tidewaterandbigbend.org Job Overview We are looking for an energetic and self-starting professional to manage our collections of early American art, artifacts and furnishing and set up new displays and programs for our visitors. Responsibilities tiesFurnish sites and arrange exhibitions that illustrate the mission of the Tidewater and Big Bend Founda tionAccumulate, catalog, and organize collections including nineteenth century artifacts, paintings, furniture, civil war implements and m ore.Provide for the security and conservation of delicate or high-value it ems.Conduct extensive research, negotiate for and buy items that can add value to the collec tionCollaborating with other institutions, research, compile and prepare written information about the collections of the foundat ionHelp develop programming and publications regarding our collections and structures including signage, online resources, tour materials, seminars, classes, and the l Qualifications for Museum Cu ratorBachelor’s degree in history, art history, archeology, museum studies or related discipline. Graduate degree in similar fields is a strong plus.Five years’ experience with museum exhibitions and programming involving collections of historical objects, decorations for historical buildings and collections that amplify the mission of the foundation or similar collect ions.Excellent project management and organization skills with demonstrated follow-through and a strong eye for de tail.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced organiza tion.Exceptional research and verbal and written communication s #J-18808-Ljbffr