Salem Museums leadership reflects on new roles
Haskins and ChannellCourtesy photo Aila Boyd aboyd@mainstreetnewspapers.com The Salem Museum underwent a leadership transition earlier this year, with Garrett Channell stepping into the role of executive director and Hunter Haskins joining as assistant director. Together, they aim to enhance the museum’s community presence and continue its mission of preserving and sharing Salem’s rich history. Channell, who has been with the museum for three years, expressed enthusiasm for his new role. “It means a great deal to me to take over as executive director,” he said. “I have loved working here......
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