Curator: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when referring to someone responsible for selecting and organizing exhibitions in museums or galleries.

• The curator of the art museum has organized a new exhibition on modern art.
• She works as a curator at the local history museum.

An older or less common term for someone who is responsible for managing a museum, overlapping with the role of a curator.

• The museum keeper has extensive knowledge about the exhibits and their history.
• As a museum keeper, she oversees the daily operations of the museum.

Refers to someone who manages and maintains a collection of historical documents and records.

• The archivist at the university library is responsible for preserving rare manuscripts.
• An archivist is often needed to help researchers locate specific historical documents.

Usually refers to a person responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of a building, often including cleaning and minor repairs. Can also refer to one who guards or maintains something valuable.

• The custodian ensures that the school is clean and well-maintained.
• He is the custodian of the family heirlooms, responsible for keeping them safe.