FSU Alum Dr. Morgan Joseph Hamilton Named Gretchen Hupfel Curator of Contemporary Art at Delaware Contemporary
Florida State University proudly celebrates alumnus Dr. Morgan Joseph Hamilton on his recent appointment as Gretchen Hupfel Curator of Contemporary Art at Delaware Contemporary. In this role, Hamilton oversees artist relations, exhibitions, and the APC residency program.
Hamilton earned both his BFA in Studio Art (2013) and his PhD in Museum Education and Visitor-Centered Curation (2024) from Florida State University, a rare and powerful combination that reflects FSU’s commitment to interdisciplinary training across creative practice and scholarly research. His doctoral work, which also included a graduate certificate in Educational Program Evaluation, positioned him at the forefront of visitor-centered museum studies and digital engagement.
Before stepping into his current curatorial leadership role, Hamilton served in multiple positions at Delaware Contemporary, including Museum Programs and Learning Director and Artist and Public Programs Manager, where he steadily expanded access-driven initiatives that connect artists, educators, and the public.
In addition to his museum leadership, Hamilton teaches graduate research at the University of Delaware and is co-authoring Creating Digital Exhibitions: A Guide (Rowman & Littlefield), a forthcoming publication examining how museums can responsibly translate exhibitions for digital audiences.
FSU is proud to count Dr. Hamilton among its alumni whose careers exemplify the impact of rigorous studio training paired with research-driven inquiry. His promotion underscores the national reach of Florida State’s BFA and doctoral programs and their role in shaping the next generation of cultural leaders.