Director - Mike Simons
michael.simons@ngc.com
Mike Simons joined the NEM staff in January 2005. Mike comes from the National Museum of Health and Medicine where he worked as Registrar. Mike has a BA from Kent State University and a MA from Southern Illinois University. He trained as an archeologist, doing fieldwork and research in India, Micronesia, the Greater Antilles, and the Eastern U.S.
Assistant Director - Alice Donahue
donahue.nem@gmail.com
Alice Donahue received her Masters degree in Public History from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) in 2008. Her graduate research focused on clothing and material culture in the colonial era Chesapeake region. Alice comes to the museum from Mount Clare Museum House, where she was curator.
Education Coordinator - Kirsten Edwards
nem.education@gmail.com
Kirsten Edwards earned a BA in History from Clemson University, and a MA in History of Decorative Arts from the Smithsonian-Corcoran. She was previously curator and director of education at Oatlands Historic House and Gardens. Kirsten also has a background in science and restoration and looks forward to using her creativity and experience to further education at NEM.
Administrator - Lena Harding
nemuseum.adm@gmail.com
Lena Harding is a Visionary Artist and Crafter who received her BS in Urban Arts Production(Arts Management) from Coppin State University in 2005. There she studied museum collections, fundraising for the arts and many other studio arts courses. Her research mainly focused on the positive effects of the arts and the at-risk youth population. Her extensive and diverse work background centers mainly around administrative and management duties. She resides in Catonsville, Md with her loving family, where she continues her creative endeavors.
Visitor Services
Representative - Gina Truitt
nemvsr@gmail.com
Gina Truitt began at the museum in October of 2010. She has a BA in Archeology from St. Mary's College of Maryland and is working on a Masters in Public History at University of Maryland, Baltimore County. She has worked and Volunteered at several museums, including Historic St. Mary's City, the B&O Railroad Museum, Baltimore Museum of Industry, and Port Discovery Children's Museum.
