From The Banner · Wesley Case · · 1m
Baltimore Museum Names TV Leader as New President
Travis Mitchell, MPT chief, joins Lewis Museum to boost Black history storytelling.
In brief
Travis Mitchell, MPT chief, joins Lewis Museum to boost Black history storytelling. Travis Mitchell, Maryland Public Television's chief content officer, becomes president of Baltimore's Reginald F. Lewis Museum in November to focus on community-driven Black history exhibits. Originally reported by The Banner.
New President Appointed
The Reginald F. Lewis Museum names Travis Mitchell as its new president.
MPT Chief Takes Over
Mitchell, Maryland Public Television's chief content officer, succeeds retiring president Terri Lee Freeman.
November Start Date
Mitchell begins his role in November after Freeman's June retirement announcement.
Storytelling Focus
Mitchell aims to amplify Black Marylander stories through museum exhibits and artifacts.
Media Background
Mitchell has over two decades of media experience, including 79 regional Emmy Awards with MPT.
Community Listening
Mitchell will learn what Marylanders want to see in future exhibitions before planning.
Retirement Plans
Freeman plans to consult and pursue golf after retiring from the museum.
The short version
Travis Mitchell, Maryland Public Television's chief content officer, becomes president of Baltimore's Reginald F. Lewis Museum in November to focus on community-driven Black history exhibits.
