Michele Lyons
About Michele Lyons
Michele Lyons serves as the Associate Director and Curator at the Office of NIH History and Stetten Museum, a position she has held since 2020. With a background in Museology and History, she has over 25 years of experience in curatorial roles at the National Institutes of Health.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Michele Lyons serves as the Associate Director and Curator at the Office of NIH History and Stetten Museum. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the preservation and presentation of the history of the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. Prior to her current role, she worked at NIH as a Curator for 25 years, from 1995 to 2020. In her capacity, she has been involved in various initiatives aimed at documenting and showcasing the significant contributions of NIH to medical research and public health.
Education and Expertise
Michele Lyons holds a Master of Arts in Museology/Museum Studies from The George Washington University, where she studied from 1987 to 1989. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of California, Irvine, completing her degree between 1982 and 1984. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in museum practices and historical research, which informs her work at the NIH.
Background
Michele Lyons has a long-standing career in museum curation and historical documentation. She began her professional journey at the National Institutes of Health, where she worked for 25 years as a Curator before advancing to her current role as Associate Director and Curator. Her extensive experience in the field of museum studies and history has equipped her with the skills necessary to manage and curate collections effectively.