Casa del Herrero, a historic house museum and garden estate in Montecito, on June 26 announced the hiring of Nicole Caldwell as Curatorial, Preservation & Exhibitions Manager.
Caldwell comes to Casa del Herrero with over 14 years of experience in the museum field, most recently serving as Museum Technician at the Hearst Castle State Historic Monument in San Simeon. In her new role, Caldwell will be responsible for the care, conservation, and interpretation of Casa del Herrero’s collection of 15th and 16th century fine and decorative arts, furnishings, and archival papers.
“We are thrilled to welcome Nicole to Casa del Herrero,” said Heather Biles, president of the Board of Trustees. “Her experience, knowledge, and passion for collections management will be invaluable as we continue to preserve and share the history of this special place.”
Caldwell holds a Masters in Archaeology from the University of Oxford (U.K.) and has experience working in nonprofit museums, historic homes, and two UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
“I am honored to be joining the team at Casa del Herrero,” Caldwell said. “It is such an architectural and artistic hidden gem and I look forward to preserving and promoting this unique and exquisite historic home.”
Caldwell will begin her new role in July 2023.
Designed by George Washington Smith, Casa del Herrero is a historic house museum and garden located in Montecito. The Casa is considered one of the finest examples of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture in the United States. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is designated as a National Historic Landmark.
Today, the entire 11-acre site is owned and operated as a historic house museum and botanical garden by the 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Casa del Herrero’s mission is to restore and preserve the house and grounds for the benefit of the visiting public.