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Art Gallery Curator

 
Background
An art gallery curator selects, organizes, and displays artworks in museums and galleries. They research artists and pieces, decide what to exhibit, write descriptions for displays, and create engaging experiences for visitors. Curators also manage collections, work with artists, and plan special exhibitions that tell interesting stories through art.
Similar Roles
Lessons to help you on this path
Publications
Artforum InternationalMuseum Journal
Books
The Art of CurationMuseum Studies: An Anthology of ContextsThe Curator's Handbook
Movies
The Object of BeautyNightcrawler
Key Figures
Hans Ulrich ObristCarolyn Christov-BakargievOkwui EnwezorCecilia Alemani
Classification
SIC Code8412, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference708.2, 69.5For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Museum CuratorExhibition CuratorCollections CuratorArt Curator
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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