Museum Educator
Help people learn, grow, and connect through the arts.
At a Glance
Suggested Major
Art History
Suggested Minor
Education or Child Development
Degree Level
Bachelor’s degree; graduate study often preferred for advancement
Career Areas
Education, learning, community engagement
Work Settings
Schools, universities, museums, community organizations, arts programs
Best For Students Who…
Enjoy helping others learn, facilitating experiences, and building supportive communities
What Does an Museum Educator Do?
Museum Educators work at the intersection of education, learning, community engagement. They use creative, analytical, and collaborative skills to develop projects, services, experiences, or programs that respond to the needs of audiences, clients, organizations, or communities.
How You Build This Path
1. Build Your Arts Foundation
Develop core knowledge and practical skills through the Art History major, including project-based work and professional preparation.
2. Add Complementary Knowledge
Use the Museum Studies minor to add a second area of expertise that strengthens preparation for this career.
3. Gain Experience + Build Your Next Step
Gain experience facilitating tours, programs, workshops, or curriculum in museums and cultural organizations.
Skills You May Develop
Related Major + Minor Combinations
Art History + Psychology = Art Teacher
Art History + Psychology = Faculty Member
Art History + Education = Teaching Artist
Degree & Experience Info
This career typically requires a graduate degree.
Bachelor’s degree; graduate study often preferred for advancement FSU graduate option: FSU offers the MA in Museum Education and the MA in Museum & Cultural Heritage Studies.