Curators

Oversee collections, such as artwork, collectibles, and historic items.

Curators oversee and maintain collections such as artwork, collectibles, or other items that are typically housed in museums. They may conduct research or instruct the public about these collections.

Wages	$28.33 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Excellent
Education & Training	Bachelor's degree is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Art History, Criticism and Conservation Cultural Resource Management and Policy Analysis
On the Job	Work Activities Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise. Write grant proposals. Develop library or archival databases. Plan community programs or activities for the general public. Confer with others to conduct or arrange operational activities. Provide information to the general public. Research topics in area of expertise. Construct exhibits or parts of exhibits. Evaluate scholarly materials. Train staff members.
Career Pathways	Teaching and Training
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