Morgan hails from a small colonial New England village (Old Deerfield, Massachusetts) where she participated in regular historical re-enactments and visited many house museums as a kid. Her “back-yard” experiences inspired her to pursue a career in the field of history, with a specific interest in experiential learning and the physical objects that illustrate the past. After earning her bachelor’s degree in archaeology from Brown University, Morgan moved out West for work and play. It was both the rugged landscape and enduring pioneer spirit of Jackson Hole that Morgan immediately felt connected to; a place she now considers home. For the past five years, she has been working as a cultural resource specialist at Grand Teton National Park, primarily focused on historic preservation planning, volunteer coordination, and project management. She also has been actively involved in the Alliance for Historic Wyoming and the Teton County Historic Preservation Board, serving as an advisor and working on special projects. During this time, Morgan received her Master of Science in Historic Preservation from the University of Oregon.
Morgan was no stranger to the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum prior to joining the organization as the Executive Director in 2017, as she regularly utilized the research center, partnered on special events, and even helped out in the Deloney Museum for a month. With a strong foundation in cultural resource management and a commitment to Jackson Hole Heritage, Morgan now oversees the organization’s programming, strategic planning, financial management, special events, and fundraising. When not at the Museum, Morgan can be found on the mountain bike trails, ski slopes, or investigating historic cabins.