The search for a new leader at the Galt Museum & Archives and Fort Whoop-Up is over.
Dr. Sarah Newstead has been appointed the new Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director for the two facilities, effective as of the beginning of the month. Newstead comes to the position with a Ph.D. in Archaeology from the University of Leicester and has served as Executive Director at the Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site in Drumheller since 2017.
In a statement, Newstead says “I am absolutely thrilled to be joining the Galt Museum & Archives team. I have long admired the institution and the international calibre work it does and am excited to help guide the team on some very bright plans for the future!”
Chair of the Galt Board of Directors Jesse Sadlowski says, Newstead’s previous leadership experience speaks to her capabilities and what she can bring.
“Sarah is not only a leader but also a practitioner of continuous learning, embodying a growth mindset that inspires those around her. She actively supports others and embraces new challenges with enthusiasm,” Sadlowski says.
Newstead is taking over the position from Darrin Martens, who announced he had chosen to start early retirement and was leaving the museum back in March. During the search for a new director, General Manager of Recreation and Culture in the Community Services Robin Harper has served in the position in the interim.
