Whether she’s helping to create innovative virtual programs or wearing a turkey costume - Jorene is a vital member of the museum’s conservation education team! Read on to get to know Jorene better.
Museum Staff Spotlight: T.J. Tippit
T.J. Tippit, Visitor Services Manager and Volunteer Coordinator
T.J. does an excellent job of leading the Museum’s volunteer, gift shop, and front-line teams - a position that aligns perfectly with his career goal of ensuring guests have a great time while they learn about the natural world!
Read on to get to know T.J. better.
Museum Staff Spotlight: Tatiana Hernandez
Tatiana Hernandez, Reception Representative/Educator
Tatiana has quickly become an important part of the museum’s team. Maybe she’s greeted you with her welcoming smile at the museum or spoken to you on the phone. She goes above and beyond to answer your questions and to make sure that you receive excellent customer service.
Read on to get to know Tatiana better.
Museum Staff Spotlight: Aaron Holbrook
Aaron Holbrook, Research Coordinator
Aaron is an excellent manager of the museum’s research staff. His job perfectly matches his career goals of restoring and maintaining species diversity for the health of our ecosystem and for the enjoyment of future generations.
Read on to get to know Aaron better.
Museum Staff Spotlight: Olga Burgess
Museum Staff Spotlight: Scott Peyton
Nicole Smith Named a Hometown Hero
Nicole Smith, Museum Event Planner & Conservation Educator, was recognized yesterday as a Hometown Hero by Visit Jackson, MS. Congratulations, Nicole on this well-deserved award! For the past 14 years, Nicole has dedicated her career to helping Mississippians and visitors connect to nature in meaningful and playful ways.










