The Forbes House Museum Board of Trustees has announced the recent appointment of Robin M. Tagliaferri as the museum’s new Executive Director. The board had opened a search late March for a new director. The previous director Christine Sullivan is now focused on the museum’s programming. At the time Ms. Sullivan said, ““Change can be inspiring; I look forward to soon having the time to direct and devote my energy towards programming, a longtime passion of mine and an area of the Museum which requires much more attention.”

Ms.Tagliaferri is a graduate of Rhode Island School of Design, where she earned a BFA in Fine Art and a MA in Art Education and Museum Studies. She has spent close to 25 years working in museums. They include the Worcester Art Museum, the DeCordova Museum in Lincoln, the RISD Museum in Providence, Mount Washington Observatory and the Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, in Tamworth, NH.

In announcing Ms. Tagliaferri’s appointment, Mary Wendell, Chair of the Board of Trustees, said, “Robin’s enthusiasm and deep respect for the mission of historical houses are contagious. She is eager to strengthen and broaden the museum’s role in the community, and to invite and encourage more people to become involved with the Forbes House.”

“Robin’s commitment to the Forbes House is already evident,” says Wendell. “She has been hard at work during August establishing goals for herself and the museum for the coming year, connecting with the community and learning the ins and outs of the house.” Tagliaferri has also been working with the museum staff to shape the coming year. In her new role as Director of Public Programs, Chris Sullivan is eager to focus on programming, and Lauren Pauly, Manager of Marketing & Events, will build upon her work with publicity and graphic design.

Ms. Tagliaferri is excited by the opportunity and its challenges. “We are a staff of three with one full-time position, but we are committed to sharing the Museum’s resources with as many folks as we can.” said Tagliaferri.

Tagliaferri welcomes suggestions for museum programs and inquiries into new educational initiatives at Forbes House Museum. Contact her at the Museum office at (617) 696-1815 or by e-mail at r.tagliaferri@forbeshousemuseum.org.