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Kathy Shannon

Executive Director

Permian Basin Petroleum Museum

Institutional

Professional Bio

Kathy has been with the Petroleum Museum since 1995, having just celebrated her 25th anniversary with the Museum. She began her career with the Museum as the Director of Education and in 2004 became Executive Director. During her tenure the Museum has opened an Education Hall, a Mineral Gallery, and an $18 million renovation of their petroleum exhibits. The Museum just completed a $6 million Capital Campaign for a STEM Education Center with construction slated to begin Spring of 2021. She spends as much time as possible enjoying her four grandchildren ages 8, 6, 3 and 11 months.