Caitlin Silberman
About Caitlin Silberman
Caitlin Silberman is an Archives Specialist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a PhD in Art History and has extensive experience in archival processing and curatorial roles at various prestigious institutions.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Caitlin Silberman has served as an Archives Specialist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for managing and preserving archival materials, ensuring that important historical documents are accessible for research and reference. Her work contributes to the laboratory's mission by maintaining a comprehensive record of its scientific advancements and historical context.
Education and Expertise
Caitlin Silberman holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Art History with a minor in the History of Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she studied from 2009 to 2017. She also earned a Master of Arts (MA) in Art History from the Courtauld Institute of Art, University of London, and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Art History from Scripps College. Her academic background informs her specialization in natural history illustration and the intersections between art and science, particularly in Britain and America from 1800-1920.
Professional Background
Caitlin Silberman's professional experience spans various prestigious institutions. She worked as a Research Assistant at the Courtauld Institute of Art and held roles at the Museum of London, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Norton Simon Museum. Her responsibilities included archival processing, curatorial support, and cataloging collections. Notably, she created a digital database for the art collections at the Bell Museum of Natural History, funded by a grant from the Minnesota Historical Society.
Achievements in Curatorial Work
Silberman has curated significant exhibitions, including 'Human/Nature: Photographers Constructing the Natural World' at the Norton Simon Museum of Art. She has also provided curatorial and research support for exhibitions at the Chazen Museum of Art, Pasadena Museum of History, and the Los Angeles Museum of Contemporary Art. Her contributions enhance public engagement with art and history through carefully curated displays.
Experience in Archival Processing
Caitlin Silberman has completed archival processing contracts at several notable institutions, including London's Natural History Museum, the Stanley Kubrick Archives, and the Sainsbury Archives. Her work in these roles involved organizing and preserving archival materials, ensuring their accessibility for future research and educational purposes. This experience has established her as a skilled professional in the field of archival management.