LaNisha Cassell

LaNisha Cassell

Executive Director

I work with the board of directors and staff to ensure the museum carries out its mission and that the museum provides accessible services to all. I oversee the AAMI’s overall operation, including staff, development, and fundraising initiatives.

Contact me if…

  • You or your organization is seeking a partnership/collaboration opportunity.
  • You would like to sponsor/support an AAMI event/program.
  • You’d like to discuss your interest in a planned or endowed gift.
  • You are aware of local, regional or national funding resources.
Brianna Kim

Brianna Kim

Deputy Director

I am responsible for the financial management of the organization, general business administration, overseeing day-to-day operations, and internal processes and procedures.

Contact me if…

  • You’re looking for organizational information that is not provided on this website.
  • You have financial questions about the organization.
  • You have questions about our website or social media pages.
  • You’re interested in volunteering at the museum.
Emily Gruszczynski

Emily Gruszczynski

Development Director

I am responsible for overseeing funding opportunities through grant applications, sponsorship of events, membership to the museum, and individual donations.

Contact me if...

  • You would like to become a member or you have questions about member benefits.
  • You have an interest in supporting an event or making a large gift.
  • You are interested in a partnership opportunity with the museum.
  • You would like to invite the AAMI to apply for funding or are aware of funding sources and would like to notify us.
Felicite Wolfe

Felicite Wolfe

Curator & Collections Manager

I manage acquisition, documentation, and preservation of the museum‘s collections and develop the museum’s on-site and traveling exhibits.

Contact me if…

  • You’re interested in donating objects, documents, photographs, or books to our collection.
  • You have a question about our online collection or oral histories.
  • You have information or a question about our current or upcoming exhibits.
  • You’d like to borrow something from our collection for an exhibit.
  • You’d like to do research at the museum or use an image from our collection.

Sydney O’Hare

Sydney O’Hare

Museum Educator

I engage learners through presentations, tours, and a robust traveling exhibit and trunk program.

Contact me if…

  • You’d like to learn more about a program or event.
  • You want to book a tour.
  • You are looking to schedule a program or workshop.
  • You are looking to partner with the AAMI.
Melissa Porter

Melissa Porter

Communications Coordinator

I increase public awareness of the Museum and ensure the community is aware of the variety of exhibits, programs, events and resources the AAMI offers.

Contact me if...

  • You’re a member of the press.
  • You have a question about our webpage or social media.
  • You have questions and you aren’t sure where to direct them.