Louis Armstrong House Museum

The Fellow’s focus will be Armstrong in Ghana, including the exhibition, archival materials, contemporary art, and educational programming at the Armstrong Center and additional sites. A medical insurance package is also included.The Archival Fellow Program is focused on those with degrees and/or credentials in one or more of the following areas:Library Science (strongly preferred)African/African-American Studies History Music Art Mission Statement: The Louis Armstrong House Museum (LAHM) sustains and promotes the cultural, historical, and humanitarian legacy of Louis Armstrong by preserving and interpreting Armstrong’s house and grounds, collecting and sharing archival materials that document Armstrong’s life and legacy, developing programs for the public that educate and inspire, and engaging with contemporary artists to create performances and new works.In 2024 the museum was awarded the National Medal for Museums from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. In 2025 the museum became a member of New York City’s Cultural Institutions Group – 39 cultural institutions in formal partnership with the city.The Armstrong in Ghana Archival Fellow responsibilities include: Help install the Armstrong in Ghana exhibition in the Armstrong Center and support all related activity including archival material, digital media, visual art works, and performancesSecure license agreements and delivery of relevant archival materials and art worksHelp develop, deliver, and train others on an exhibition tour for Armstrong in Ghana in collaboration with the Director of Research Collections and Executive DirectorHelp develop and provide the logistics for educational materials and panels connected to the exhibitionLiaise with other organizations who are producing the exhibition on their sitesLearn and deliver the historic house tour Additional Archival responsibilities include:Catalog, process, and describe new accessionsPerform preservation assessments and maintains appropriate collection careAssist and schedule students, scholars, and others conducting research and supply the available materials and/or information requestedAnswer reference questionsDevelop and oversee digitization of collections materials, including uploading materials to the Digital Collections platformProcess licensing request through the Digital Collections platformSupervise and perform all administrative duties related to archives staff, including work study students, interns, and Fellows, by prioritizing, organizing, and assigning work; training and evaluating staff; reviewing work in progress; and updating the Director of Research Collections on projects and assignmentsMonitor the archival space to ensure the maintenance of proper standardsMonitor and evaluate trends in archival standards and practicesTechnological support, including:Website updates and maintenance, in conjunction with LAHM contractorsDigital Collections platform maintenance and customer service, also in conjunction with LAHM contractorsWe are looking for someone who is meticulous, collaborative, and communicative. That home is now a National and New York Historical Landmark and the crown jewel of The Louis Armstrong House Museum, a 3-building campus in the heart of the block. The Center houses a 75-seat performance space, a multimedia exhibition, and the extensive Armstrong Archives.

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