Lynley Herbert
About Lynley Herbert
Lynley Herbert serves as the Assistant Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts at The Walters Art Museum, where she manages manuscript digitization projects and curates exhibitions. She holds a Ph.D. in Medieval Art History from the University of Delaware and has been with The Walters Art Museum since 2013.
Work at The Walters Art Museum
Lynley Herbert serves as the Assistant Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts at The Walters Art Museum. In this role, she manages National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) manuscript digitization projects, which aim to enhance access to rare manuscripts. She facilitates research for visiting scholars, providing support and resources for their studies. Additionally, she curates exhibitions that showcase the museum's rare books and manuscripts, contributing to the institution's mission of education and preservation.
Education and Expertise
Lynley Herbert holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Medieval Art History from the University of Delaware, where she studied from 2004 to 2012. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Art History and Art Studio from the University of Maryland College Park, completing her degree from 1994 to 1998. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in curating and managing rare books and manuscripts.
Background
Lynley Herbert has been working at The Walters Art Museum since 2013. With over a decade of experience in her current position, she has developed expertise in the management of rare books and manuscripts. Her role involves not only curation but also educational outreach, as she teaches classes directly from the museum's rare books collection.
Achievements
As Assistant Curator, Lynley Herbert has successfully managed multiple NEH manuscript digitization projects, enhancing the accessibility of rare manuscripts. Her work in curating exhibitions has brought attention to the museum's collection of rare books and manuscripts, fostering a greater appreciation for these historical artifacts. Through her teaching, she engages students and scholars with the museum's resources, promoting learning and research.