Molly Hoisington

Molly Hoisington is a Museum Preparator at the Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College. She has a strong background in art and museum work, having previously served as an Assistant Preparator at Smith College from April 2019 until she transitioned to her current role in October 2021.23

Hoisington's career in the museum field began after she worked as a collections maintenance technician at the Gardner Museum in Boston. Her experience there, combined with her passion for art history and object care, led her to pursue a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Studio Arts at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, which she completed in 2012.12

In her current position, Hoisington is responsible for preparing and caring for the museum's collection, ensuring that artworks are properly displayed and preserved. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys activities such as sewing and dancing, and she has a pet cat named Babypie.1