Jen Ratliff has dedicated herself to uncovering and sharing the forgotten stories of our collective past. While earning a B.A. in Public History from Salem State University, she created multiple exhibits and digital projects for institutions such as Salem Maritime National Historic Site and Salem State University, spotlighting items from their archives and the unique stories behind them. In 2020, she was appointed to the Salem Cemetery Commission, following exhaustive research and advocacy to memorialize Salem's unmarked Almshouse Burial Ground. She was recognized for these efforts by Historic Salem, Inc. with their Preservation Award in 2021 and was presented with the City of Salem Seal by the City Council in 2022. Jen received an MSLIS in Archives Management from Simmons University. She returned to her hometown, where she launched Historic Cape Cod, which promotes local history and cultural heritage as a form of preservation advocacy. In 2024, she was selected as the Town Archivist for Sandwich, Massachusetts, where she continues to champion the preservation and celebration of the diverse stories that shape our communities, ensuring their accessibility for future generations.
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