Susan Hanson Named West End Museum President

History aficionado Dr. Susan Hanson, whose experience in U.S. museums includes positions at the Smithsonian Institution and history projects in seven states, has been named President of The West End Museum Board of Directors. She aims to increase the Museum’s public offerings, stabilize its finances and increase its visibility within Metro Boston and throughout New England.

“My long-term vision is for the Museum to become a key institution in urban renewal interpretation and research inspired by the experience of the original West Enders,” Hanson said.

Hanson has 30-plus years of comprehensive experience in the field. This includes her consulting service—History Behind the Scenes—through which she has worked with numerous museums and historic sites to develop strategic and interpretive plans.