New Executive Director at Longue Vue House and Gardens
After a five-month national search, Longue Vue House and Gardens has hired Joe Baker - curator, educator, and accomplished museum professional - to serve as the institution's Executive Director. Baker brings to Longue Vue a long track record of results in enhanced exhibits and programming, revitalized collections, increased funding, new audiences, and greater community support at universities, museums, and cultural organizations across the nation. Baker is charged by Longue Vue's Board of Directors with stewardship of Longue Vue's many facets: the house and collections, the gardens, programming, and community outreach. Board President Rene Fransen, speaking on behalf of the entire Search Committee, notes that Baker excels at operating at the intersection of the creative process and best business practices. For more information, click here.
After a five-month national search, Longue Vue House and Gardens has hired Joe Baker - curator, educator, and accomplished museum professional - to serve as the institution's Executive Director. Baker brings to Longue Vue a long track record of results in enhanced exhibits and programming, revitalized collections, increased funding, new audiences, and greater community support at universities, museums, and cultural organizations across the nation. Baker is charged by Longue Vue's Board of Directors with stewardship of Longue Vue's many facets: the house and collections, the gardens, programming, and community outreach. Board President Rene Fransen, speaking on behalf of the entire Search Committee, notes that Baker excels at operating at the intersection of the creative process and best business practices. For more information, click here.
