The Organization

• Serve as a visionary ambassador for Tudor Place, cultivating strategic partnerships and bold programming that extend beyond traditional expectations—transforming the organization into a dynamic center of community life and a model for next-generation engagement.
• Partner with the Board of Trustees to define and communicate a clear, actionable vision for Tudor Place, aligned with both short- and long-term goals.
• Lead and mentor staff, fostering a collaborative culture that supports professional growth and organizational success.
• Champion innovative initiatives that anticipate community needs and trends, positioning Tudor Place as a forward-thinking destination for social connection, cultural enrichment, and lifelong engagement across all generations.
  
  

• Lead strategic efforts to grow Tudor Place’s endowment, operating budget, and overall financial health to support programming, enhance the visitor experience, and preserve the house, gardens, and collections.
• Drive revenue growth across the Annual Fund, Membership, Spring Garden Party, and special projects in collaboration with staff, the Board of Trustees, and committees.
• Oversee fundraising for the updated Master Preservation Plan, with a focus on major gifts and coordination with the Capital Campaign Steering Committee and Board of Trustees.
• Direct grant strategy and ensure effective management of awarded grants.
  
  

• Advise and support the Board of Trustees, officers, and committees, ensuring transparency and open communication across all organizational activities.
• Facilitate strategic planning processes, including retreats and the development of annual goals.
• Partner with the Board President to plan and lead effective meetings that encourage meaningful dialogue.
• Collaborate with the Nominating & Governance Committee to identify, recruit, and onboard new Trustees.
• Review and recommend updates to organizational policies and support the Board of Trustees in ongoing self-assessment efforts.
  
  

• Oversee the organization’s fiscal health in partnership with the Director of Finance & Administration and Treasurer, including budgeting, financial reporting, and audit presentation.
• Ensure an effective operational structure and staffing model that supports organizational success.
• Foster open communication and a supportive work environment that empowers staff to perform at their best.
• Mentor department directors, conduct annual performance reviews, and ensure consistent feedback across the team.
• Provide interim leadership during staff vacancies and support cross-training initiatives.
• Supervise the Executive Assistant and ensure smooth day-to-day administrative operations.
  
  

• Lead marketing and communications strategy, including branding, to strengthen Tudor Place’s identity and increase public awareness of its programs.
• Expand Tudor Place’s visibility through active participation in local, national, and international events; serve on relevant boards and present at conferences when appropriate.
• Represent Tudor Place in community forums, including the Neighborhood Liaison Committee, Advisory Neighborhood Commission, and Old Georgetown Board.
• Help to oversee content development for newsletters, blogs, and the Annual Report; contribute to digital communications and ensure consistent, high-quality messaging.
  
  

• Master’s degree in American history, American studies, museum studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of seven years in senior leadership with supervisory experience in a historic house, history museum, art museum, or similar institution.
• Proven success in fundraising, communications, and grant solicitation and management.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and organizational leadership.
• Experience managing historic landscapes preferred but not required.
  
  

• Inclusive leadership style with strong interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, collaboration, and a sense of humor.
• Deep commitment to Tudor Place’s mission and a broad, inclusive view of American history, ensuring representation of Indigenous, African American, immigrant, women’s, and other narratives.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and oversight of institutional messaging.
• Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to execute long-term planning and goal setting.
• Strong financial acumen, including budget development, fundraising (annual fund and capital campaigns), grant writing, and capital project oversight.
• Proven ability to engage diverse stakeholders and build meaningful community partnerships.
• Experience developing exhibitions, educational programs, collections care initiatives, and scholarly work based on historical resources.
• Operational and facilities management experience, including construction oversight.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Altru, with the ability to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to seek support where additional expertise is needed.