Assistant Curator
Lillian Young • August 13, 2026
Brooklyn Public Library
Organization Description:
Brooklyn Public Library is one of the nation’s largest library systems and among New York City’s most democratic institutions. We offer thousands of free programs every day for people from all walks of life—immigrants learning a new language, aspiring entrepreneurs launching their dreams, children discovering the world, people of all ages exploring arts and culture. And we give patrons millions of opportunities to enjoy one of life’s greatest satisfactions: the discovery of a good book.
The Center for Brooklyn History (CBH) is Brooklyn Public Library's nationally recognized research library and public history institution. Free and open to all, CBH provides visitors with dynamic ways to connect with Brooklyn's story through its historical collections, enlightening programs, educational resources, and wide-ranging exhibitions.
Now’s your chance to join the best team in Brooklyn!
Position Description:
The Center for Brooklyn History seeks to hire a full time, grant-funded Assistant Curator role for three years to assist CBH in developing an ambitious and visionary project: a permanent, multi-floor exhibition dedicated to the rich and inspiring history of Brooklyn. Scheduled to open in 2028, this exhibition will explore Brooklyn’s evolving communities, its role in American history, and its cultural and economic contributions from centuries past to today. A dedicated children’s section will offer interactive experiences to engage young visitors and support our educational programs.
Full time, grant-funded Assistant Curator role for three years to assist CBH in developing an ambitious and visionary project: a permanent, multi-floor exhibition dedicated to the rich and inspiring history of Brooklyn.
Reports to:
Curator
Job Requirements & Responsibilities:
As part of the curatorial team for this exhibition, the Assistant Curator will draw from both generations of existing scholarship and engage with cutting-edge current research on Brooklyn’s growth and development, as well as shine a light on the collection of the Center for Brooklyn History, the largest and most comprehensive source of Brooklyn-related materials anywhere in the world..
Responsibilities:
The Assistant Curator will provide ongoing support in key curatorial areas, including, but not limited to:
- Conceptual and narrative mapping
- Drafting exhibition text
- Conducting and summarizing primary- and secondary-source research
- Assisting and advising throughout the exhibition design process.
- Consulting experts and key stakeholders
- Object selection, curation, and storytelling
- Participating in exhibition marketing and communication
The assistant curator will also provide key project management functions such as:
- Maintaining the exhibition object checklist
- Managing project timeline
- Coordinating and communicating with internal and external partners to ensure key deliverables are completed on time
- Working within exhibitions team to maintain and optimize communications and workflow within CBH departments
- Helping to manage interns/part time consultants working on the exhibition
- Other management tasks as they arise
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field required (history, public history, collections management, museum studies); Master's degree strongly preferred
- 3-5 years' experience with history exhibition curation
- Demonstrated experience writing for public audiences (with samples)
- Strong organizational and task management skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and with a team
- Demonstrated research engagement with topics, events, and themes in Brooklyn history
- Experience in marketing and communications and/or professional project management experience preferred
- Record of published/peer-reviewed research preferred
Candidate Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field required (history, public history, collections management, museum studies);
- Master's degree strongly preferred. 3-5 years' experience.
Position Type:
Full-time, 3 year grant funded temporary. Benefits eligible.
Union Status:
Non-Union
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Schedule:
Hybrid, 3 days on-site
Salary or Compensation:
$70,000 - $80,000
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