About Boscobel
Overview
The mission of Boscobel House and Gardens is to engage diverse audiences in the Hudson Valley’s ongoing, dynamic exchange between design, history, and nature.
Boscobel opened as a nonprofit museum sixty years ago. Built between 1804 and 1808, it was originally the dream house of wealthy Loyalists. By the 1950s, after falling into disrepair, it was demolished. Preservationists saved as many architectural fragments as possible and reassembled them fifteen miles north, where the Neoclassical mansion was restored back to—and even beyond—its original grandeur. Boscobel was saved as a beautiful piece of art.
Now an esteemed Historic House Museum containing one of the finest collections of decorative arts from the Federal period, Boscobel offers admission to 68 acres of our grounds, featuring lush gardens and a woodland trail. Located in the heart of the Hudson Valley, Boscobel directly overlooks Constitution Marsh toward the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, showcasing dramatic views of the Hudson River.
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Staff
Our team of dedicated experts
Jennifer Carlquist
Executive Director and Curator
Jennifer Carlquist is a 30-year museum professional celebrating historic landscapes, buildings, and interiors; their contents; and contexts; as powerful tools for community engagement. She joined Boscobel as Curator in 2015, creating the award-winning exhibitions Hudson Hewn: New York Furniture Now (2016), Make-Do’s: Curiously Repaired Antiques (2017), and as Executive Director has launched free exhibitions in the Visitor Center, digital tour options on the grounds, an annual Chamber Music Festival, a Community Tree Initiative, and led major site improvements including a 5,000-sq ft seasonal program Pavilion, ADA upgrades, and a Native Meadow.
A recognized field leader, Ms. Carlquist lectures on museum practice and design history, and has served on advisory and grants panels for the Greater Hudson Heritage Network, Preservation League of NYS, Victorian Society Summer Schools, and the Attingham Summer School. She holds a certificate in Museum Management and is a graduate of the Cooper-Hewitt’s M.A. Program in the History of Design and Curatorial Studies, the University of Minnesota.
Abby Addams
Communications and Marketing Manager
Abby Addams leads all marketing and communication efforts at Boscobel, overseeing media relations, social media strategy, graphic design, external communications, advertisements, and strategic partnerships. Abby brings over six years of public relations agency experience across the fine arts, design, and lifestyle categories, having worked with a variety of distinguished organizations including The Smithsonian Archives of American Art, Acquavella Galleries, Chairish, The City of Miami Beach Art in Public Places, RISD Museum, Shelley and Donald Rubin Foundation, Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture, among others.
Abby received her B.A. in Art History and Communications from Manhattan College. She lives locally and is on the board of the Croton Arboretum.
David Cohen
Chief Financial Officer
David oversees Boscobel’s accounting, finance, and financial reporting functions. He is a Certified Public Accountant with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Long Island University. Dave began his career in public accounting at Deloitte & Touche and has since gained extensive experience in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Over the past fifteen years, he has held key financial roles at mission-driven organizations including Glynwood Center in Cold Spring, NY and Silver Hill Hospital in New Canaan, CT.
Karen Finnegan
Development Assistant
Ashley Rauch
Development Director
Riley Richards
Assistant Curator
Riley Richards is a historian of American decorative arts and material culture. She supports the interpretation, care, and growth of Boscobel’s historic collection and period rooms. She graduated from Wesleyan University with a BA in Art History and is a graduate of the Winterthur Program in American Material Culture. Riley formerly served as the Tiffany & Co. Foundation Curatorial Intern in American Decorative Arts at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where she assisted with the exhibition Collecting Inspiration: Edward C. Moore and Tiffany & Co. and curated rotations of design drawings from Louis C. Tiffany and Tiffany Studios. Riley’s current research interests revolve around the making, use, and meaning of nineteenth century ceramics and glass in local communities.
Amber Stickle
Deputy Director of Operations and Facilities
Amber Stickle joined Boscobel with an an impressive toolkit for project management, program development, financial administration, and event planning. She spent 15 distinguished years as Director of Recreation and Parks for the Town of Philipstown, overseeing the acquisition, launch, and management of a 35,500 square-foot community center, a variety of sports fields, and multiple parkland sites within the community. Amber has collaborated with countless local schools, organizations, and citizens to provide learning and recreational opportunities for children, adults, and senior citizens.
Amber holds a B.A. in Public Administration and Policy with a concentration in education from SUNY Albany, and Masters Degree in Public Administration from Marist College. She is currently a member of the Melzingah Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution and Senior State Vice President for the New York State chapter of the Children of the American Revolution.
Angie Tocci
Event Manager
Angela joins Boscobel with ten years of experience designing and executing thousands of memorable, meaningful events, and 20 years as a social services professional. She is fiercely committed to making magic happen for her clients, be they wedding couples or individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Angela has an MBA from Mercy College, a National Certification in Event Planning from New York Institute of Art and Design. She is a Beacon resident and mother of two: daughter and Great Dane. Angela enjoys hiking, breathtaking views, shopping, and centering herself through her books, yoga, and crystals.
Board Members and Annual Report
Board Members:
Mr. Arnold S. Moss, Co-Chair
Mr. Alexander Reese, Co-Chair
Mr. Bill Allan
Mr. William J. Burback
Mr. Seamus Carroll
Mr. Henry N. Christensen, Jr.
Ms. Susan Davidson
Ms. Allegra Driscoll
Mr. James Brayton Hall
Ms. Pascale Hutz
Mr. Aaron Mair
Mr. Frederick H. Osborn III
Gov. George Pataki
Ms. Alison Spear
Ms. Maria Stein-Marrison
Careers
Facilities Technician
Facilities Technician
Position Summary
Boscobel House and Gardens, located in Garrison, NY, is the steward of an extraordinary 112-acre site on the Hudson River with extensive gardens and pleasure grounds, apple orchard, organic farm, and a woodland trail; restored Neoclassical mansion and other buildings; and important collections of objects and archives. The Facilities Technician (FT) is responsible for supporting site stewardship, security, and programming in accordance with Boscobel’s strategic goals and institutional values. The FT plays a key role in the museum’s operations, public service, and sustainability.
Facilities Techs report to the Facilities Manager and work collaboratively with staff colleagues and vendors. They support programming by providing set-up and other services to other departments, guests, and clients; and are responsible for following policies, procedures, and using equipment and technologies that achieve the highest possible standards in safety, stewardship and sustainability, and professionalism. The position is a non-exempt, part-time position averaging 24 hours/week, with at least one weekend day/evening onsite per week. All Boscobel employees are expected to work periodic special events throughout the year, including certain holidays.
Specific duties to be performed:
Gardens and grounds stewardship
- Mow, trim, prune, weed, deadhead, and water trees and plants, mulch, fertilize, plant, etc., safely and effectively using the equipment/materials provided
- Remove litter, fallen leaves, invasives, cuttings, branches, debris, etc.
- Keep drives, paths, and other areas clear of ice and snow
- Alert management to hazards and potential (dangling branches, flooding, pests, poison ivy, etc.)
- Welcome, support, and monitor site volunteers, guest experts, vendors, etc.
Building/vehicle/equipment Janitorial Duties and Maintenance
- Maintain a clean and safe workplace including in Boscobel vehicles
- Dust/wash/polish surfaces, sweep and mop floors, clean toilets, remove garbage/recycling, etc.
- Make minor building repairs such as malfunctioning doors, etc.
- Keep light fixtures and security/safety devices in working order by changing bulbs/batteries
- Maintain strictest standards for pest control (mice, wasps, feral cats, etc.)
- Know how and when to use appropriately shut-offs/restarts for essential systems site-wide: water, electricity, HVAC, security, lighting, wi-fi, etc.
- Welcome and support site volunteers, guest experts, vendors, etc.
Program/Guest Services Support
- Politely enforce Visitor Guidelines and site perimeters, and support fellow team members, program partners, and outside vendors in doing the same
- Shield guests as much as possible from potential noise, mess, disruption, and harm from groundskeeping and other maintenance activities
- Provide set-up for programs, meetings, etc. (chairs, tables, av equipment, decorations, etc.)
- Maintain amenities such as restrooms, seating, signage, trash receptacles, golf cart, etc.
- Politely direct and/or escort guests to parking, Visitor Center, program spaces, etc.
General Duties
- Understand and implement emergency response including guest/staff injuries, power outages, disruptive/violent behavior, fire, storms, etc.
- Maintain equipment and vehicles as directed (refuel, clean, appropriately store/organize/label, replace parts, bring in for service, alert management to malfunctions, etc.)
- Make pick-ups/deliveries in provided vehicles
- Perform opening/closing procedures for buildings and site
- Other duties as required
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate equipment such as snow blowers, tractors, lawn maintenance equipment, power tools, etc.
- Must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations. Work entails moving about the 112-acre site, extended periods outdoors in all weather conditions, working in areas only accessible by stairs or ladders, and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds in dead weight
- Must be service-oriented with guests, colleagues, volunteers, tenants, and other stakeholders
- Must be able to uphold the museum’s dress code and other policies, procedures, and Core Values
- Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
Compensation and Benefits for qualified applicants:
- Hourly rate range of $20.00-$24.000 depending on experience
- Paid sick leave
- Staff discount in museum store
- Access and free admission to numerous museums and cultural institutions
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to transition to full-time with benefits
Boscobel is committed to diversifying its audience and workforce. Veterans and candidates of any gender, ethnicity, race, religion, and cultural background are encouraged to apply. To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to Deputy Director Amber Stickle at astickle@boscobel.org.
ApplyBoscobel is committed to diversifying its audience and workforce. Veterans and candidates of any gender, ethnicity, race, religion, and cultural background are encouraged to apply.
