Derek Williamson

Sydney Area, Australia Australia

Museum professional with strong people, project and financial management experience and engaging programming practice

Photography / Arts

I am an experienced and successful Museum Manager with a background in science and technology communication. I have worked in museums, schools, theatres, with organisational stakeholders, government and public audiences. Originally an educator, my performance experience led me to program development for diverse audiences which brought me back to Museums. I love what I do. As a young person visiting the Western Australian Museum I fell in love with collections and the stories that only objects can harbour. And ever since I have been trying to tell real stories to touch peoples lives. I believe Museums should, can and do change lives through provocation and revelation. My favourite M...