Gwendlyn Kinder
Wareham,USA
Summary
Passionate historian and engaging storyteller who loves bringing history to life for audiences of all backgrounds. Skilled in public speaking and creating memorable, interactive presentations that connect travelers to the places they visit. Hardworking, approachable, and dedicated to making each program both educational and enjoyable.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Specialist
Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Plymouth, USA
05.2025 - Current
- Adapt educational content for school groups, families, and international visitors to ensure accessibility, engagement, and historical accuracy.
- Lead guided tours of the 17th-Century English Village, Historic Patuxet Homesite, Mayflower II, Plimoth Grist Mill, and historic downtown Plymouth while engaging diverse audiences with interactive storytelling and historical interpretation.
- Facilitate educational workshops, dining experiences, and hands on programming showcasing colonial and indigenous lifeways in the 17th Century
Public History Educator, Wampanoag Indigenous Program
Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Plymouth, USA
05.2023 - Current
- Interpret and educate museum guests in Wampanoag lifestyle, culture, and history
- Analyze primary sources including personal letters, formal printed publications, and maps
- Actively analyze and reference the material given to museum staff- Nanepashemet’s WIP Training Manual
- Conduct experimental archaeology while working on the Patuxet Homesite.
Site Supervisor
Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Plymouth, USA
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Offered support to other site supervisor, assistant manager, and manager with daily functions and events
- Helped direct staff with daily operations ensuring a valuable guest experience
- Addressed on-site concerns or incidents promptly and professionally
Office Assistant
Roger Williams University
Bristol, Rhode Island
09.2019 - 05.2022
- Managed the front desk and office for the department of Student Programs, Leadership, and Orientation
- Answered phones, directed calls, and responded to inquiries with professionalism and accuracy.
- Assisted in preparing event materials and supplies for various functions.
- Processed mail, invoices, and purchase orders efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology and Sociology
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI12.2022
Skills
- effective communication
- public speaking
- time management
- customer engagement
- cultural interpretation
- interactive storytelling
- guided tour facilitation
- group presentations
Timeline
Education Specialist
Plimoth Patuxet Museums
05.2025 - Current
Public History Educator, Wampanoag Indigenous Program
Plimoth Patuxet Museums
05.2023 - Current
Site Supervisor
Plimoth Patuxet Museums
05.2023 - 05.2025
Office Assistant
Roger Williams University
09.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology and Sociology
Roger Williams University