Dr. Karen Duffek

Biography

Karen Duffek is the Curator of Contemporary Visual Arts and Pacific Northwest at the Museum of Anthropology (MOA) at the University of British Columbia (UBC). She specializes in Museum Anthropology and has a robust focus on visual anthropology within the context of the Pacific Northwest. With a strong academic background in anthropology, Duffek contributes to the understanding and appreciation of contemporary visual arts through her work at MOA. Her role involves overseeing exhibitions, collaborating with artists and communities, and facilitating educational programs that bridge traditional and contemporary artistic practices. Duffek's research interests include the intersections of culture, art, and identity, as well as the dynamics of contemporary art practices in indigenous and multicultural contexts. She is also a Faculty Associate in the Department of Anthropology, actively engaging in teaching and supporting student learning in the field.

Research Interests