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Over the last 20 years, the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) has distinguished itself as one of the fastest-growing art museums in North America. Founded in 1799, it is also the country's oldest continuously operating museum. Under supervision of the Director of Membership, Leadership, & Annual Giving, the Membership & Annual Giving Coordinator will serve as the primary support for the museum's fulfillment of all memberships, EIMA, and PEM Fund gifts. This ...
Join the Development team as an events intern. Assist the Director of Donor Engagement and Events in the successful planning, organizing and execution of cultivation, stewardship and fundraising events, including the annual Gala; assist with events planned by the Museum Director’s office, Curatorial, and Marketing departments. The intern also helps coordinate mailings for invitations, appeals, gift acknowledgments, and follow-up letters; prepares, proofreads and edits ...
Peabody Essex Museum seeks volunteers to help maintain its Ropes Mansion Garden at 318 Essex Street in Salem, MA, as well as other properties on PEM's campus. The Ropes Mansion's Colonial Revival garden brims with plant life and activity all summer long. The garden has been in operation for over a century and welcomes thousands of visitors each year. Volunteers are needed from April through October to help with all aspects ...
Over the last 20 years, the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) has distinguished itself as one of the fastest-growing art museums in North America. Founded in 1799, it is also the country's oldest continuously operating museum. Under supervision of the Director of Event Rentals and Catering Services, the Assistant Event Facilitator will serve as the primary support for after hours functions and events. The Assistant Event Facilitator acts on behalf of the function rental ...
Over the last 20 years, the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) has distinguished itself as one of the fastest-growing art museums in North America. Founded in 1799, it is also the country's oldest continuously operating museum. Under supervision of the Chief Philanthropy Officer, the Director of Major & Planned Giving will serve as the primary support for the museum's Major Gift Team and the overall implementation and management of PEM's Major Gifts program. The Director of ...
The Peabody Essex Museum (PEM), one of the largest and most dynamic art museums in the nation, is seeking an Individual Giving Officer. For over 220 years, PEM has been an anchor in the community, serving as a gathering place where anyone can learn, derive inspiration, and gain a deeper appreciation for shared human experiences from around the globe and through time. Under the supervision of the Director of Membership, Leadership & Annual Giving, the Individual ...
The Peabody Essex Museum’s institutional archives contain the official papers and records of PEM and its ancestor organizations, dating back to the institution’s founding as the East India Marine Society in 1799. It comprises vast unknown and hidden assets surely filled with compelling stories and unrealized ideas, as PEM’s history parallels and reflects the history of Salem, Essex County, New England, and the United States. The Phillips Library seeks an ...
Over the last 20 years, the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) has distinguished itself as one of the fastest-growing art museums in North America. Founded in 1799, it is also the country's oldest continuously operating museum. Under supervision of the Chief Marketing Officer the Marketing Project Specialist will support a cross-discipline team in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment. The Marketing Project Specialist serves as the point of contact for internal ...
We are seeking a candidate for part-time Gallery Officer. Our professional security staff is responsible for safeguarding and providing assistance to museum visitors and staff within and around the museum complex. In addition, Gallery Officers are responsible for enforcing all museum security policies and procedures in order to protect PEM's notable collections, exhibits, and property. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills, enjoy working with the public ...
The Peabody Essex Museum is one of the nation’s most dynamic art museums and operates on a global stage through its initiatives, networks, and patrons. Founded in 1799, PEM is dedicated to transforming people’s lives by creating a museum experience that celebrates the capacity of art and culture to inform and change our understanding of our place in the world. By presenting art and culture in new ways, by linking past and present, and by embracing artistic and cultural ...
We are seeking a highly motivated and outgoing temporary Walking Tour Guide supervisor that will manage the Walking Tour Guides as well as lead groups of 5-16 people around downtown Salem while providing informative and entertaining information about the city and locations on the tour. PEM's Walking Tours will provide tour attendees with accurate and engaging information about the history and architecture of Salem, and the Historic Properties associated with the Peabody ...
We are seeking highly motivated and outgoing temporary, Walking Tour Guides to lead informative and entertaining tours around Salem. PEM's Walking Tours will provide tour attendees with accurate and engaging information about the history and architecture of Salem, and the Historic Properties associated with the Peabody Essex Museum. The Walking Tour Guide is a seasonal, part-time position responsible for leading up to four, 60-90 minute tours per day. The position ...