Kathleen Hardin

Kathleen Hardin has extensive experience in the museum industry, with a focus on safety and security. Kathleen is currently the Director of Safety And Security at The Walters Art Museum, a role they have held since 2023. Prior to this, they served as the Manager of Safety and Security at the same institution from 2021 to 2023.

Before joining The Walters Art Museum, Kathleen worked at the B&O Railroad Museum from 2018 to 2021. During their time there, they held various positions including Director of Museum Operations, Director of Volunteers, and Operations Manager. In their role as Director of Museum Operations, Kathleen oversaw the day-to-day operations of the museum and was responsible for ensuring safety compliance, organizing emergency drills, and managing staff training. As Director of Volunteers, they supervised the museum's volunteer program, and as Operations Manager, they managed the museum floor activities and addressed visitor inquiries and incidents.

Prior to their work at the B&O Railroad Museum, Kathleen worked at the Museum of Life and Science from 2014 to 2017. Kathleen held the positions of Retail Operations Assistant Manager and Lead Retail Operations Associate. In these roles, they managed retail operations, including budgeting, inventory, and staff management. Kathleen also played a role in implementing safety protocols and training programs.

Overall, Kathleen Hardin has a comprehensive background in museum operations, safety, and security, with a strong focus on ensuring a positive visitor experience.

Kathleen Hardin attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro from 2009 to 2012. During this time, they pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History and Museum Studies.