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Ethan Lobdell
Executive Director Ethan has been working in education for nearly 20 years in public, private, and camp capacities. After 13 years working at the Teton Science Schools Mountain Academy, he decided it was time for a change. Ethan’s passion for education, his connections and commitment to the Jackson Hole community, and his ability to lead with creativity, transparency, integrity, and analytical thinking make him a perfect match for the museum. Personally, he enjoys outdoor adventures with his wife, dog, and friends. "Creative, supportive, and engaging learning environments foster deep transformations in children. It's an honor to serve the community in support of our children.” |
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Miki Aristorenas
Operations Director Miki’s love for education knows no bounds having worked in schools, community learning centers, education ministries and EdTech startups in the Philippines, South Africa, the UK, Sweden, Jordan, Lebanon and across the US. After finally settling down and finding a home here in Jackson Hole, she searched for ways to bring her global passions, experiences and knowledge to her local community. Her role at the children’s museum combines her interests in community building, education ecosystems and equity in education. She is also a member of Jackson’s first appointed Equity Task Force. Miki earned a master’s degree in International Education from Harvard’s Graduate School of Education and a bachelor’s in Foreign Affairs from the University of Virginia. In Jackson, you can find her outside adventuring with her two pups, Jaime and Tuna. |
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Anna Luhrmann
Education Director Growing up in New England, Anna discovered her passion for exploratory and experiential learning by playing in the mud and moss of deciduous forests, and building fairy houses and forts in her backyard. Pursuing a hands-on education in the natural sciences, Anna attended Eckerd College, on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Her love for wildlife and wild places then brought her to Grand Teton National Park where she attended Teton Science Schools’ Graduate Program. Anna completed her Master’s Degree in Natural Science Education and Environment and Natural Resources at the University of Wyoming. Throughout her undergraduate and graduate experiences Anna worked in a variety of educational settings including classrooms, wildlife sanctuaries, national parks, and non-profit organizations. Seeking a career in informal education with an organization that fosters experiential learning and hands-on science exploration, Anna found her dream job at the Jackson Hole Children’s Museum. |
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Tessa Lindman
Museum & Membership Coordinator The first time Tessa visited Jackson, the Tetons awed her, but what really stuck was the strong sense of community – this is why she is thrilled to be working for the Jackson Hole Children’s Museum. Tessa received her B.A. at Western Washington University in Recreation, focusing in outdoor education, community development, travel and tourism, and therapeutic recreation for all ages. She has worked in programming for the last decade; through this she discovered that enriching the lives of others through exploratory learning is her passion. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest from a young age, she has been immersed in the beauty of the outdoors; this is where she draws her inspiration from. She believes in interactive teaching, and encourages children to ask questions and use their imaginations at all times! |
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Joe Stong
Development Director Joe Stong comes from a family heavily involved in Scouting and the outdoors. An Eagle Scout, he studied classical humanities in Salamanca, Spain, obtained his PhL degree in Philosophy in Rome, Italy, and has raised millions for various humanitarian, religious and social charities over the past two decades. He speaks Spanish and has served people "on the margins" from the homeless to the addicted, those wounded in the line of duty, veterans returning to civilian life and those often forgotten by society. Joe and his wife homeschool their 6 children. He's an adult volunteer with Civil Air Patrol and lives in Lander, WY. |
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Marisa Laugen
Education Faculty & Development Associate Marisa began her museum journey long ago, playing at the Seattle Children’s Museum. She has fond memories of being a checker in the grocer and “starring” in various theater performances on the Play Pretend Stage. Later in life she spent 4 years at Azusa Pacific University pursuing a degree in History, which she promptly put to great use running school-aged programming for various YMCA’s up and down the West Coast. In 2009 life took a turn for the wild as Marisa and her partner moved to Jackson, to see what there was to ski. A decade later life in the Tetons has given Marisa her greatest education and title yet- Momma to a very curious young man! When she’s not making art in the Creativity Studio, asking for your help with an upcoming campaign, or helping lead an education program you can find Marisa with her family and their old man doggo hiking, paddle boarding, and hunting for worms. |
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Mathew George
Afterschool & Summer Camp Coordinator Mathew grew up in Wisconsin, running around the oak savannahs and sedge meadows next to beautiful Lake Michigan. He spent many hours in snow or sunshine climbing trees, searching for mythical creatures, catching frogs, and collecting cool rocks. Through his childhood of playing and learning with others in the outdoors, he fostered a deep love for educating through play and hands-on experiences. This inspired his studies at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside where he taught S.T.E.A.M. summer youth camp programs. Mathew graduated with a B.S. in Environmental Studies with a minor in Anthropology. He has worked with many organizations and taught environmental and outdoor exploration for non-profits, schools, and community outreach programs. Matt fell in love with the philosophy at Jackson Hole Children’s Museum, and is thrilled to continue to provide an inclusive and encouraging space for creative play and hands-on learning! |
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Charlie England
Guest Services
Charlie grew up spending most of his time outdoors enjoying nature and taking care of of his 5 siblings on a small farm in Idaho. Charlie moved to Jackson Hole to live life exploring the beautiful wilderness that the area has to offer after. Charlie has worked with children most of his life working for the Boy Scouts of America and running a educational children's zoo on a kibbutz in Israel and after traveling and exploring he found a perfect fit at the Jackson Hole Children's Museum and he couldn't be any happier. You can find Charlie on his bike or hiking with his dog.
Guest Services
Charlie grew up spending most of his time outdoors enjoying nature and taking care of of his 5 siblings on a small farm in Idaho. Charlie moved to Jackson Hole to live life exploring the beautiful wilderness that the area has to offer after. Charlie has worked with children most of his life working for the Boy Scouts of America and running a educational children's zoo on a kibbutz in Israel and after traveling and exploring he found a perfect fit at the Jackson Hole Children's Museum and he couldn't be any happier. You can find Charlie on his bike or hiking with his dog.
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General operating support funds have been made possible by the American Rescue Plan of 2021 and made available to our organization by the National Endowment for the Humanities and Wyoming Humanities.
