1. MARINAAGNES BALDWIN
220 OakStreet | McClellanville, SC 29458 | 843.670.2702 | marina.baldwin2@furman.edu
Work Experience:
 Internshipwith the ArchivistandTextilesCuratoratTheCharlestonMuseumin
summer2016: This internship included twomajor projects. My first main project was to
workon the preparation and installation of the “Killer Fashions” exhibit in the Textiles
Gallery of The Charleston Museum. For this project,I wrote exhibit labels, assisted in
choosing which items would be displayed, helped to take down the exhibit of wedding
dresses and install the new exhibit. I learned how to use the museum collectionssoftware
Past Perfectand how to dress mannequins, and how to handle and store historical textiles
properly. My second project was processing a recently accessioned collectionof documents
from the Aimar Family in Charleston. I learned how to properly store and label historical
manuscripts. I organized the collection categorically and chronologically and created a
finding aid in Past Perfect.Additionally, I researched the family to write the historical and
biographical sketchthat was included in the “Scope and Content” for the collection.
 Internshipin PublicProgramsatthe UpcountryHistoryMuseuminGreenville,SC in
fall 2015:This experience allowed me to learn about what goes into creating a successful
museum program. I cultivated my research skills while learning how to develop programs
that draw on history whilemaintaining an element of entertainment. I was able to express
creativity and hone my organizational abilities and learn what goes into creating a
successful budget. I also gained experience finance – creating a budget forall fourof the
programs I created.
 Internshipin EducationandHistoricHouseDocentatTheCharlestonMuseumin
summer2015: This internship was a learning experience in many ways.My experience as
a docent at the Heyward Washington House allowed me to develop skills in interpreting and
presenting history to an audience. I was also able to craftmy public speaking and
presentation skills. The education part of this internship provided many layers of
experience. I workedon presenting history and natural history in a captivating and
educational way to children ranging in age fromtoddlers to middle school.
 Student WorkerinSpecial CollectionsandArchivesatFurmanUniversityinfall of
2014and springof2015: This job allowed foran introduction into archives and libraries. I
learned how to catalog booksusing the library of congress system. I also learned about
creating inventories, storage of archivalmaterial, and accessioning of goods.
Volunteer Work:
 ResearchAssistantat the VillageMuseuminMcClellanville,SC:High school– grades 10
and 11. This was my first introduction into the museum field. I workedon collecting and
organizing genealogical materials, filing information, maintenance of the museum building,
and marketing formuseum sponsored events.
 Official BoardMemberinsummer2013-Spring2014 at the VillageMuseum:Thiswas
a great experience in learning the behind the scenes of running a museum. I was a board
member during the process of hiring a new director and was able to participate in the
process of reading resumes and conducting interviews of candidates forthe position. I also
helped plan museum events.
 Volunteeratthe RonaldMcDonaldHouseinCharleston,SC: High school grades 9-10.
This was a great way forme to learn how to hone my organizational skills. My duties

2. included organizing the foodpantries and the supply closet. I also helped clean and organize
the family room in the children’s ward of MUSC.
Education:
 Bachelor of Arts in history (May 2017)
 Cumulative GPA– 3.9
 Between high school and college I have taken a total of 6 semesters of Spanish. I am
currently proficientat an intermediate level.
Memberships and Honors:
 2015-2016
o I was inducted into the Phi Eta Sigma Honors Society in September 2015.
o I am the current president of the Gilpatrick Society – Furman’s History club. As
president I have learned a lot about planning events and marketing them to
students. In the spring of 2015 I worked with faculty advisor Dr. Steve O’Neill to
plan a trip to Charleston, SC. I helped pickthe date, plan meals, market the trip to
students, and make sure that all of the students were fully prepared forthe trip. I
also acted as a group leader while in Charleston and was a liaison between the
students and Dr. O’Neill.
o I am a member of the Eta Alpha chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma. Being a member of
this sorority has taught me the value of teamwork and friendship. I am learning how
to be a part of a large support network.Kappa provides many leadership
opportunities as wellas chances to be instrumental in many things behind the
scenes.
o I was inducted into the Phi Alpha Theta History Honors Society in April 2016.
 2014-2015
o In fall of 2014 I joined the Gilpatrick Society.
o I joined the Furman branch of Operation Smile that fall. This organization raises
money to provide surgeries forchildren withcleft lip and cleftpalette.
o I became a part of MOSAIC – Furman’s organization that promotes diversity on
campus.
o That February I was inducted into Kappa Kappa Gamma and became the president
of the Gilpatrick Society.
References:
 Stephanie Thomas
o Chief of Educationand Interpretation at The Charleston Museum
o sthomas@charlestonmuseum.org
 Jennifer McCormick
o Archivist and Collections Manager at The Charleston Museum
o jmccormick@charlestonmuseum.org
 Jan Hiester
o Textiles Curator at The Charleston Museum
o jhiester@charlestonmuseum.org

3.  Katrina Lawrimore
o Historic House Administrator for The Charleston Museum
o klawrimore@charlestonmuseum.org
 Carolyn Day
o Assistant Professorof History at Furman University
o Current Advisor and Modern British History professor
o Carolyn.day@furman.edu