Beth Firchau - Exhibit Curator

Beth Firchau
Born October 1966 in Saginaw, MI

Education: Zoology at Ohio University with a minor in mathematics

Favorite Teacher: Mrs. McKenzie in 4th grade. She taught me that the only person who could make my dreams a reality is ME!

Favorite TV Shows: Will & Grace, The West Wing

Favorite Hobbies: gardening, writing, cooking

Favorite Sports: SCUBA diving, bike riding, softball

Current Job: Curator of Bay and Oceans Exhibits at the Virginia Marine Science Museum

What is the best thing about your job? There is never an ordinary day. I'm always thinking!

What is the coolest piece of equipment you use on the job? My brain. I never know what problem will be next! Coming up with new ideas and solutions is fun!

Most Memorable Experience on the Job: Putting the first sharks and fishes into the new Norfolk Canyon Expansion.