About
Leslie Madsen-Brooks, Ph.D., has a passion for museums. Her research has examined the history of women scientists working in natural history museums, the ways science centers encourage or discourage girls, how best to present American material culture to lay audiences, and more.
In addition to this research, Leslie has worked in museum education, exhibition development, arts marketing, journalism, educational publishing, and university development. She has taught literature, writing, and American Studies at the university level. She also holds degrees in English and writing.