• Assessing, processing, and storing the Corporate Archives of the Lake County Forest Preserve District to allow efficient use of materials.• Researched Franklin McMahon and 1959 Deerfield, Illinois housing controversy and authored captivating text panels for display to a diverse audience.• Evaluated and processed the personal papers of Ethel Untermyer allowing for ease of use by researchers and staff.• Appropriately handled and stored delicate materials to ensure preservation.

• Precisely documented, organized, and assessed textile inventory and inputted data into Mimsy database ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and providing thorough documentation of the Museum’s holdings.• Conducted research for staff and clients using archival resources, providing accurate and useful responses to inquiries.• Assisted at various events including Civil War Days and Farm Heritage Festival, and handled visitor inquiries ensuring a pleasant visitor experience.• Archived original postcard production files of Curt Teich & Company, stabilized fragile materials, and stored the files following proper protocol. • Authored article on recent postcard donations published in the Curt Teich Archives journal, Image File, Volume 18, Number 1, 2011.• Collaborated with preparation and successful installation of delicate fabrics for “Quilt Treasures: Pieces of History” exhibit.

• Advised customers on product choices to meet their specific needs, accurately handled transactions, and correctly processed and stocked inventory.• Selected by store management to lead store meeting to inform all associates about new product line, ensuring effective product launch.

• Researched Civil War era technologies for exhibit and authored engaging and concise text panels for display to a diverse audience.• Collaborated with and met research needs of museum staff resulting in a timely and successful exhibit launch.