​Jessica Pridham is new business services manager at Bruce County Museum

Jessica Pridham (above) is the new business services manager at the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre.

With a rich professional background spanning the arts, culture, and municipal government sectors, she brings a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted passion for local heritage to her new role.

"We are delighted to welcome Jessica Pridham to our team," says museum director Cathy McGirr. "Her multi-faceted background and genuine passion for local heritage make her an invaluable addition to both the museum and Bruce County.

Pridham holds a Bachelor's degree in history and psychology from the University of Guelph, complemented by a graduate certificate in culture and heritage site management from Centennial College.

Her previous professional experience within the arts and culture sector, includes programming at the Museum of Toronto and at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, where she worked in fund-raising, events, and communications.

Originally from Owen Sound, she returned to her roots in 2020, venturing into municipal government roles, serving the Town of South Bruce Peninsula in recreation, and the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie in economic development and communications. 

She is eager to leverage her diverse expertise and unwavering commitment to heritage preservation in her new capacity as business services manager at the museum.