Our Team

Background

Finnegan is our Museum Manager. He got his degree in biology at the University of Florida while simultaneously working at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as an educator and animal behaviourist. After spending hundreds of hours with gorillas, tigers, and dozens of birds, he moved to his husband’s hometown of Quinte West. At the Quinte Museum of Natural History, he has helped develop 3 exhibits, and loves inspiring people to protect the natural world through tours and programs

Background

Zoe is our Operations Coordinator. She attended East Northumberland Secondary School, where she graduated with Honours. She is a dedicated team member with a passion for natural and human history. Zoe is easily identifiable by her brightly coloured hair. You’ll see her most days at the front desk, preparing our visitors for their natural history adventure!

Background 

Emmett is one of our Museum Assistants. He graduated from Bayside Secondary School with a SHSM designation in Environmental Sciences and is currently enrolled in the Social Service Worker program at Northern College. Emmett first got involved with the QMNH in 2023 as a co-op student, where he quickly fell in love with the museum. Since then, he’s stayed on as a volunteer and Museum Assistant. He enjoys connecting with visitors and answering questions – so if you stop by, be sure to say hi!