Leon Doucette Promoted to Curator of the Collections at Cape Ann Museum
Leon Doucette has been promoted to Curator of Collections at the Cape Ann Museum, previously serving as Assistant Curator since 2011. A native of Gloucester, he has been instrumental in the museum’s curatorial efforts alongside Chief Curator Martha Oaks and others. In his new position, Doucette will manage and enhance the institution's permanent collection. Museum Director Oliver Barker commended him for his exceptional dedication and insight into the diverse collections, which range from paintings and photographs to textiles and maritime artifacts. This appointment acknowledges Doucette's significant impact on preserving Cape Ann's rich heritage.
Key facts
- Leon Doucette was promoted from Assistant Curator to Curator of the Collections at the Cape Ann Museum.
- Doucette is a Gloucester native and an acclaimed artist.
- He has been part of CAM’s Curatorial Department since 2011.
- He worked alongside Henrietta Gates & Heaton Robertson Chief Curator Martha Oaks.
- In his new role, Doucette will oversee management, interpretation, and development of the permanent collection.
- Museum Director Oliver Barker called Doucette “an invaluable colleague and an extraordinary steward of Cape Ann’s stories.”
- Barker highlighted Doucette’s knowledge of collections including paintings, photographs, textiles, drawings, sculpture, maritime history, and other artifacts.
- The promotion was announced by the Cape Ann Museum.
Entities
Artists
- Leon Doucette
- Martha Oaks
- Oliver Barker
Institutions
- Cape Ann Museum
Locations
- Gloucester
- United States