Wonderful Women Wednesday: Carmen Turner

Carmen Turner, Under Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1990–1992, was the Smithsonian’s chief operating officer. She led a comprehensive reorganizational study of the Smithsonian, and prioritized equal employment opportunities, welcoming more diverse audiences, and creating spaces for teenagers. #Groundbreaker
February 20, 2019, by Emily Niekrasz

A woman shakes hands with a man who is holding up a plaque. Both are smiling at the camera.

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