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Finlandia Foundation National seeks a full-time, on-site Curator to lead the development of exhibitions and interpretive experiences across the Finnish American Heritage Center.

We are seeking a curatorial professional with the ability to do hands-on curatorial work as well as the ability to transform the overall visitor experience in our buildings. The Curator will be responsible for shaping a cohesive, engaging, and meaningful visitor experience across multiple spaces. The Curator will build on the strong legacy of the Finlandia Art Gallery while expanding into exhibitions and programming that incorporate art, culture, history, and Finnish-American heritage.

The Curator will play a central role in defining how visitors experience the FAHC—creating exhibitions and environments that are visually compelling, intellectually engaging, and rooted in the mission of FFN.

Application Deadline May 22, 2026 at 11:59 PST

Rules

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred; advanced degree preferred (art, art history and/or museum studies, or related field)
  • 3–5+ years of relevant experience in curatorial work, exhibitions, or cultural programming
  • Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and execute thematic exhibitions
  • Strong communication and writing skills 
  • Experience with project management, budgeting, and event planning
  • Ability to work both strategically and hands-on in a small team environment
  • Familiarity with social media and basic digital tools
  • Experience with installation work and/or use of tools is required
  • Experience with coordinating volunteers and managing teams
  • Interest in or knowledge of Finnish and Finnish-American culture and history
  • Experience working with archives or historical materials


Job Title: Curator (Full-Time)
Location: This position is a full-time, in-person position which will be located in the Finnish American Heritage Center in Hancock, MI.
Organization: Finlandia Foundation National (FFN)
Reports to: the Director of the Finnish American Heritage Center, with alignment to FFN leadership
Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours/week
Salary Range: This position offers a competitive salary range of $48,000 – $52,000, commensurate with experience.

Should you have any questions, please contact office@finlandiafoundation.org. 

The applicant must be located in the United States and have the ability to legally work in the United States. We are accepting applications until May 22, 2026 at 11:59pm PT