Jimmy Price

Experience

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  County of Henrico

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  Assistant Curator of Education

  As the Assistant Curator of Education, I planned and implemented programming for school and adult tour groups who wished to visit the historic properties and museums in the County of Henrico. This entailed giving evening lectures at libraries, presenting outreach programs to school groups, planning special events at historic sites, organizing symposiums dealing with historic topics of interest, and researching and designing interpretative exhibitions for display throughout the County. I specifically curated the exhibition entitled "Ready to do My Part: Henrico County and World War I," which opened to the public in 2010. Show less

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  Self

  Jan 2010 - now

  Independent Historian

  As an independent historian I have published two books and a scholarly essay. For each of these works I performed extensive independent research. My first book, The Battle of New Market Heights: Freedom Will Be Theirs by the Sword was the first book to chronicle the first battle in which African American foot soldiers were awarded the Medal of Honor. The book received a positive review in the Journal of Southern History. In the review, Dr. Paul E. Coker of the University of Tennessee stated: "This slim volume offers considerable insight regarding the black military experience...While some readers may dread wading into a detailed battle history, this book's clear writing style, inclusion of dozens of photographs and maps, and relevance to broader historical themes make it accessible for a general audience and worth consideration for undergraduate courses."My second foray into publishing as an independent historian was a recently-published essay in Dr. Edward G. Lengel's collection of essays, _A Companion to the Meuse-Argonne Campaign_ (2014). The essay, entitled "Storming the Heights of the Meuse: The 29th and 33d Divisions Fight for Control of the High Ground, 8-16 October" examined a lesser-known portion of the Meuse-Argonne Campaign. My second book, _The Battle of First Deep Bottom_, is the first book to examine an overlooked portion of Grant's Third Offensive of the Richmond-Petersburg Campaign during the American Civil War. Show less

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  Colonial Williamsburg Foundation

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2010

  Curriculum Developer
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  Prince William County

  Aug 2013 - Oct 2015

  Historic Site Manager

  I was the Site Manager for Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park and Ben Lomond Historic Site. As a site manager, I administered overall program management and monitor public use of these sites, in addition to implementing historical programs and educational activities. I managed all aspects of visitor programs and activities including staffing, facility use, security, safety, resource protection, visitor control, operating procedures and hours of operation. I also managed site historic artifact collections, ensuring compliance with guidelines for interpretation, security and maintenance procedures. I assisted in the management of collections registration and cataloging in accordance with the procedures and the guidance put forth in County regulations. I supervised employees involved in implementing operational decisions on projects, programs, resources protection, and public use of a County historic site. For this position I also performed independent research and prepared lectures as assigned. I gave presentations to professional organizations, schools, and civic groups on various historical subjects. I also actively engaged in various professional development activities with local, state, and national museum organizations such as the Virginia Association of Museums, the Historic House Consortium of Washington D.C., and the American Historical Association. Show less

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  U.S. Army Center of Military History

  Nov 2015 - Jun 2016

  Museum Curator

  For my time as a Museum Curator with CMH, I was awarded the Department of the Army’s Commanders Award for Civilian Service. As a Curator, I was responsible for the selection and conservation of artifacts slated to be displayed in the forthcoming National Museum of the United States Army (NMUSA). I was responsible for recording and coordinating the tracking of all objects received or removed from MSC-B for the NMUSA project and as needed at the Museum Support Center. I maintained written and visual records pertaining to condition and restoration of NMUSA objects and assist with the preparation of pertinent paperwork for restoration or preservation treatments for decaying or fragile NMUSA objects as needed. I also coordinated with the senior conservator on long-term projects when needed and was responsible for keeping up-to-date with current conservation techniques and practices through training with Chief Conservator and individual research. Show less

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  National Museum of the U.S. Army Project Office

  Jun 2016 - Aug 2017

  Museum Education and Training Specialist

  As a museum educator I provide advice, recommendations, assistance, and vision to the Education Chief of the National Museum of the US Army. I am responsible for analyzing, evaluating, planning, organizing, directing, and executing the Museum. I provide education and training policies, procedures, activities, and operations. I am responsible for the quality and effectiveness of all educational related products and services. I formulate or recommend policies, priorities, goals, and objectives for all education related elements to Museum Programs. I also provide advice on education related matters and advocate public accessibility. Finally, I assist in identifying and developing strategic partnerships with related institutions to include schools, universities, nonprofit organizations, and the public sector. Show less

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  Colonial Forge High School

  Aug 2017 - Apr 2018

  Social Studies Teacher

  As a licensed teacher with Stafford County Public Schools, I teach World History (1500-Present) and Virginia & US Government at Colonial Forge High School. Under the supervision of the Assistant Principal and Department Chair, I develop and implement an instructional program that will effectively meet the needs of all students. I assess and evaluate student performance and modify instructional activities as appropriate.

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  US Army Women's Museum

  Apr 2018 - Nov 2020

  I am proud to work at the US Army Women’s Museum – the only museum of its kind in the entire world! As the Museum Education Specialist, I provide military history training and instruction to soldiers and civilians, as well as educational programs for K-12 students. I create training programs using primary source archival material, museum artifacts, and reproductions and work with other museum staff to ensure educational elements are prepared for and considered in museum exhibit development. In my spare moments, I also research historical information on women in the US Army and make recommendations on the display of artifacts for educational purposes in the museum. Show less

  • Interim Director

    Aug 2020 - Nov 2020

  • Director Of Education

    Apr 2018 - Aug 2020
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  National Cemetery Administration

  Nov 2020 - now

  Education Resource Officer