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Art galleries are located throughout the United States. They range from large, taxpayer-funded galleries such as the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., to university-run galleries such as the Yale University Art Gallery, to private galleries in small towns that specialize in the work of a handful of local artists.
Starting Out
Few people start their careers as gallery owners or directors. Many start as gallery assistants, art consultants, or assistant directors or in some other position in the art industry. If you attend college, an internship at an art gallery is an excellent way to learn about these careers and make valuable contacts. Your college's career services office will also be useful for finding job leads.
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