Donor and Museum Relations Specialist

The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature. Founded by philanthropist and arts patron Alice Walton, Crystal Bridges is a public non-profit charitable organization.

Job Description:

Job Title: Donor and Museum Relations Specialist

Reports to: Donor and Museum Relations Manager

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Location: Bentonville, Arkansas (On-site)

Date Reviewed: 11/11/2026

About Crystal Bridges & The Momentary

Crystal Bridges is a museum of American art located in Bentonville, Arkansas. We explore the unfolding story of America by actively collecting, exhibiting, interpreting, and preserving outstanding works that illuminate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature. Founded by philanthropist Alice Walton in 2005, the museum opened in 2011 and is a public, non-profit charitable organization with free admission. In June 2026, Crystal Bridges’ 114,000 square foot expansion opened to the public, allowing the museum to expand access for all.

The Momentary is a venue for the music, art, and food of our time, and a catalyst for creativity and economic vitality. An extension to Crystal Bridges, the Momentary is a ‘living room’ where community gathers to be inspired, connected, and joyful. The Momentary enriches lives through music, art, and food experiences that inspire creativity, build community, and create joy. You belong here, make the most of this moment.

About The Position

The Donor and Museum Relations Specialist is an experienced donor engagement, event planning, and stewardship professional who supports the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of donor relations initiatives for Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Momentary. This role helps ensure donor experiences are thoughtfully designed, strategically aligned, operationally effective, and delivered with exceptional hospitality.

The Specialist supports the Donor and Museum Relations Manager and the organization's donor engagement strategy, partnering closely with Development colleagues and cross-functional teams to advance fundraising, stewardship, and relationship-building goals. Serving as a key liaison to donors, sponsors, guests, vendors, and internal stakeholders, the Specialist helps strengthen donor relationships through meaningful engagement opportunities, seamless event and travel coordination, and high-quality stewardship experiences.

Success in this role requires strong event planning skills, the ability to independently manage complex donor-facing initiatives, sound judgment, effective cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to anticipate and resolve operational needs. The Specialist helps ensure donor stewardship activities support fundraising objectives and that donor experiences are executed with professionalism, creativity, accuracy, and care. Specific program assignments may vary based on departmental needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Program Support

• Support implementation of donor relations programs, stewardship strategies, and engagement initiatives for donors and sponsors.
• Plan and execute donor tours, receptions, special events, cultivation events, and s...

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