It’s reasonable to expect that Jo Ellen Parker will incorporate her extensive background in education into her vision for the future of the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh. As the first woman to take the helm of the institution since the museum was founded in 1895 by Andrew Carnegie, she is well aware of her responsibilities.

“It’s clear that the next few years will be characterized by increased collaboration, both among the four Carnegie Museums and with other organizations and outreach  — with a strong focus on the educational role the museums play,” says Ms. Parker. “It’s still a bit too early for specifics, as my first three months have been dedicated to listening, looking and learning.”