Paul Sturtevant

Background

About Paul Sturtevant

I am a specialist in public engagement with history, and a medieval history communicator. By day, I use social science research methods (especially but not exclusively qualitative interviews) to help the Smithsonian to better understand its audiences, improve its exhibitions, and hone its programs. By night, I am a public medievalist; I write books and articles that present compelling medieval histories to a broad public audience. I am a leader in the public engagement with medieval history, having founded the award-winning publication "The Public Medievalist"(for which I am Editor-in-Chief). On that site I work with scholars at all levels to help them translate their research for broader audiences. I also have a background as an actor and performer, and enjoy public speaking. I regularly give speaking engagements at universities and public lectures, and am available for work in TV and film.