Susette Goldsmith

Susette Goldsmith researches garden heritage, why it has been overlooked in the past, and how heritage practice could evolve to better manage gardens.

Susette has worked for the past 16 years as a writer/editor specialising in interpretation for the museum and heritage sector. Much of this work has been carried out in Taranaki where she was based during this time. As Business Development Manager at the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery she was responsible for editing exhibition materials including many catalogues. As an independent writer/editor Susette researched, wrote and edited exhibition materials including catalogues for Puke Ariki's Common Ground exhibition series and an exhibition to coincide with the Rugby World Cup. Other independent work has included interpretation for the World of Wearable Arts travelling exhibition, the Island Bay Home of Compassion Visitor Centre which tells the story of Suzanne Aubert and the two regional gardens, Tupare and Hollard Gardens.

Susette completed her MA thesis in 2014 and she is currently undertaking research for her PhD.

Susette's MA thesis is entitled: Turning over old ground: investigating garden heritage in Aotearoa New Zealand.