Collaborating to uplift music history

Collections Management

  • With a background in cataloging for museums and libraries, Grantham is an invaluable resource for individuals and organizations seeking help in compiling descriptive information about their collections.

  • Grantham is ready to help with every aspect of improving the state of collections, from inventorying to rehousing materials with the use of archivally-sound materials.

  • Grantham’s experience in acquiring, interpreting, and preserving objects makes her an ideal partner for anyone looking to create a long-term plan for their collection. She leverages her knowledge of the cultural heritage sector to provide invaluable guidance to collectors, their families, and their estates.

Research

  • If you need assistance with research projects, Grantham is an excellent resource. She has extensive knowledge of archival collections and material culture research. Grantham can organize research notes into spreadsheets and annotated bibliographies, making it easy for you to find information quickly.

  • In addition to object research, Grantham is also skilled in biographical research. She can aid in developing narratives to support biographical and historical information about artists, venues, or communities.

  • With a dedication to bringing historical research into the classroom, Grantham is well-equipped to help create or enhance educational curricula. Her approach prioritizes diversity, incorporating visual and aural examples that bring history to life, and facilitating discussions encouraging and appreciating different perspectives.

Public Projects

  • For the past ten years, Grantham has been involved in exhibition development. She has worked alongside other museum professionals to choose objects and media, create label texts, install materials, and produce digital galleries. Grantham is a skilled project manager, writer, and curator, making her an asset to any exhibition project.

  • Public speaking and writing are avenues Hannah regularly uses to share her research. She enjoys meeting with folks to discuss music and working with partners to craft historical narratives that resonate with their audiences.

  • Hannah relishes any opportunity to work with other creatives to develop historically-informed performance projects. In the past, she has collaborated with musicians to examine the archival legacies of people like John and Alan Lomax and can occasionally be persuaded to sing. She is happy to partner with artists to identify historical resources and plan projects that activate collections.

Hannah is interested in hearing about projects and invites folks to reach out with questions and requests.

Banner image: selection from Archibald Motley’s 1936 oil painting on canvas, “Saturday Night Street Scene.” © Archibald Motley