Wenham Museum has named Sarah Sosa-Acevedo as the Executive Director, and Arts Consulting Group (ACG) extends its congratulations on her leadership appointment. She began her tenure on February 1, 2025.
The Wenham Museum, located in Wenham, Massachusetts, is a treasured, century-old cultural institution with a rich legacy of preserving and sharing local history and culture. Its mission centers on celebrating childhood, interpreting history, and exploring culture to enrich generations in the North Shore community and beyond. Founded in 1921 with the preservation of the Claflin-Gerrish-Richards House, the museum evolved over the decades, culminating in its incorporation in 1952 and undergoing significant renovation and expansion between 1996 and 1997. In 2023, the museum celebrated its 100th anniversary, marking a milestone in its journey. The museum envisions a vibrant second century, aiming to become a more distinctive and visible cultural resource for local and regional audiences. Through its comprehensive exhibits, family-centered, educational programs, and community outreach initiatives, the Wenham Museum has become a cornerstone of historical preservation and learning in the region. Its commitment to accessibility and inclusivity ensures that everyone, regardless of background or age, can participate in and benefit from its offerings.
With nearly two decades of experience spanning all aspects of museum operations, Sosa-Acevedo brings expertise in fundraising, marketing, board development, and strategic planning. She is deeply passionate about the role of museums as cultural and community resources. “I am honored to join the Wenham Museum and to build on its remarkable legacy,” said Sosa-Acevedo. “I look forward to working with the Board, staff, and community to create inspiring experiences that celebrate the past and engage future generations from the North Shore and beyond.”
Sosa-Acevedo served as Senior Principal and Planned Giving Officer at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C., and as President of the National Capital Gift Planning Council, the leading professional organization dedicated to advancing and promoting charitable gift planning in the national capital area. Her career includes roles at Smithsonian Latino Center, Madison Museum of Contemporary Art (WI), and Madison Children’s Museum (WI), a National Medal Award-winning institution. She holds an M.B.A. in Arts Administration from Wisconsin School of Business at University of Wisconsin-Madison and a B.A.E. in Art Education from University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras in San Juan, PR.
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