Curatorial Internship (Spring 2023)
The New-York Historical Society seeks a qualified intern to assist with object-based research and documentation in material culture and decorative arts from the 19th century to the present day, including textiles and items related to the history of activism, politics, sports, women, andLGBTQ+ communities. Objects will include those currently in the museum’s collection, as wellas items for potential acquisition and deaccession. Other tasks may include research and administrative assistance with upcoming exhibitions. The intern will report to the curator of material culture and will receive training in the museum’s collections database (The MuseumSystem, or TMS).