Careers at Strawbery Banke

Work Where History Lives

Join a collaborative team that brings history to life while preserving an extraordinary historic neighborhood and creating meaningful experiences for visitors from around the world.

Whether you work in horticulture, education, guest experience, preservation, fundraising, events, or administration, your contributions help connect people with more than 300 years of history. Strawbery Banke Museum is committed to creating an equitable, inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace where employees feel supported and valued.

Learn about our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging

Current Opportunities:

Vice President of Philanthropy (Full-Time)

This role will be responsible for annual fundraising goals that are essential to the Museum’s functioning. The VPP is expected to nurture long-term relationships with funders based on authentic passion for preserving and sharing the Museum’s unique assets. The VPP will build and lead a high performing philanthropy team by providing clear direction, mentorship, and support to staff.

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Landscape Horticulturist (Full-Time)

Strawbery Banke is seeking a year-round Landscape Horticulturist to care for its historic gardens, grounds, and landscape features while supporting seasonal events and facilities operations. This hands-on position offers varied work throughout the year in a unique setting. Click here to read the full job description.

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Visitor Services Associate (Part-Time; Seasonal)

Greet visitors from all over the world as they arrive at Strawbery Banke; sell admission tickets, memberships, and merchandise; and provide visitors with the information they need to start their tour of the museum. Click here to read the full job description.

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Why Work at Strawbery Banke?

Join a collaborative team doing meaningful work in one of Portsmouth’s most distinctive and dynamic places.

Meaningful Work

Help preserve historic places and share the stories of the people who shaped the Portsmouth community.

A One-of-a-Kind Setting

Work across nearly ten acres of historic houses, gardens, exhibits, and gathering spaces in downtown Portsmouth.

Collaborative Culture

Join colleagues across preservation, education, guest experience, events, development, and administration.

Community Connection

Contribute to exhibitions, educational programs, public events, and experiences that welcome visitors of all ages.

Strawbery Banke Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.