Director of Advancement

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Tudor Place Historic House & Garden is an illustrious cultural institution in the heart of Washington, DC—a place where American history is not only preserved but actively explored, questioned and brought to life. Home to six generations of the Peter family, descendants of Martha Washington, from 1805 to 1983, Tudor Place offers an unbroken narrative of domestic life, civic engagement and social change spanning nearly two centuries.

The estate’s architectural centerpiece—a Federal-period mansion featuring a rare Temple Portico designed by U.S. Capitol architect Dr. William Thornton—anchors 5½ acres of historic gardens and green space. This urban oasis invites reflection and discovery, offering visitors a unique experience that blends landmark architecture, expansive landscapes and a nationally significant collection of over 18,000 artifacts, including the second-largest Washington Collection outside of Mount Vernon.

Tudor Place is more than a historic house museum. It is a platform for inclusive storytelling, where the lives of enslaved individuals, domestic workers and the original inhabitants of Georgetown are thoughtfully interpreted alongside the legacy of the Peter family. Its extensive archives of over 250,000 items document the social, architectural and economic history of the region and the nation.

As Tudor Place enters a new chapter, it is poised to evolve into a dynamic hub for education, dialogue and civic engagement. Plans for a reimagined Visitor Center, renewed exhibitions and digitally accessible collections reflect a bold vision for expanding impact and relevance. The institution is committed to making history resonate with contemporary audiences—locally, nationally and globally.

National Recognition & Awards

In recognition of its leadership in inclusive interpretation and community collaboration, Tudor Place Historic House & Garden has received multiple national awards for its groundbreaking exhibition and guided tour, “Ancestral Spaces: People of African Descent at Tudor Place.” This initiative—centered on the lives and legacies of enslaved and free individuals connected to the site—has been honored for its innovative use of descendant voices, artifacts, audio storytelling and photography to transform the traditional house museum experience.

In 2024, “Ancestral Spaces” earned the Award of Excellence from the American Association for State and Local History (AASLH), as well as the Outstanding Public History Project Award from the National Council on Public History (NCPH), both recognizing the project’s interpretive depth and impact. In 2025, Tudor Place received a second AASLH Leadership in History Award of Excellence, acknowledging the ongoing evolution and sustained excellence of the exhibit and tour. Together, these honors reflect a broader institutional commitment to truth-telling, inclusive narratives and collaborative public history practice.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Tudor Place seeks a dynamic, strategic and seasoned Director of Advancement to lead integrated external affairs at a pivotal moment in the institution’s history. The Director of Advancement will move Tudor Place’s ambitious vision forward and ensure the resources, relationships and public presence needed to bring that vision to life.

The Director of Advancement will oversee the strategic integration of a comprehensive portfolio including fundraising, membership, events, communications, marketing, brand strategy and institutional positioning. This leader will drive transformative growth in revenue and audience while strengthening Tudor Place’s visibility, relevance and impact across multiple platforms and communities. This is an opportunity for a bold and collaborative leader to shape how Tudor Place is experienced, supported and understood—locally and globally, on-site and online.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Reporting to the Executive Director and serving as a key member of the senior leadership team, the Director of Advancement supervises the Communications Manager and Senior Development Manager, as well as interns, consultants and vendors. The position also works closely with the Board of Trustees, Committees and Executive Director to achieve Tudor Place’s annual $2M budget and capital campaign objectives.