53100 - Registrars, Restorers, Interpreters and Other Occupations Related to Museums and Art Galleries
Broad Occupation Category
5 - Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport.
TEER
2 - Occupations usually require a college diploma or apprenticeship.
Major Group
53 - Occupations in art, culture and sport.
Sub-major Group
531 - Occupations in art and culture.
Minor Group
5310 - Occupations related to museums and art galleries.
Main Duties
Professionals under NOC 53100 perform some or all of the following duties:
- Manage acquisition, documentation, and cataloguing of museum collections
- Maintain records of artifacts, artworks, and historical materials
- Coordinate transportation, storage, and insurance of exhibits
- Oversee inventory systems and collection databases
- Restore and conserve artifacts, artworks, and heritage materials
- Clean, repair, and stabilize objects using conservation techniques
- Apply preservation treatments under professional supervision
- Maintain proper environmental and storage conditions for collections
- Conduct guided tours of museums, galleries, and heritage sites
- Develop educational materials, presentations, and public programs
- Explain historical, cultural, and artistic significance of exhibits
- Engage visitors through interactive interpretation and outreach activities
Employment Requirements
These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:
- Completion of a college diploma in museum technology, conservation, art history, or a related field is usually required.
- Experience working in museums, galleries, archives, or heritage institutions may be required.
- Knowledge of cataloguing systems, collection management software, and archival databases is important.
- Specialized restoration or conservation training may be required for conservation technician roles.
- Strong communication and presentation skills are essential for interpreter positions.
- Many positions offer stable public sector employment with benefits such as pension plans, health coverage, and paid leave.
Museum and Art Gallery Occupations Salary Prospects
Community/Area
Low ($/hour)
Median ($/hour)
High ($/hour)
Community/AreaCanada
Low ($/hour)16.00
Median ($/hour)24.00
High ($/hour)38.00
Community/AreaBritish Columbia
Low ($/hour)18.00
Median ($/hour)35.00
High ($/hour)59.40
Community/AreaOntario
Low ($/hour)16.55
Median ($/hour)30.71
High ($/hour)53.71
