Jennifer deSimas

Jennifer Ackerman deSimas
Director of the
John P. Webster Library
860-233-9605 x115
jpwebsterdir@whfirstchurch.org

Hello! This is my story.

I have been First Church’s Director of the John P. Webster Library (JPWL) since 2016. Over these past several years, I’ve been dedicated to creating a welcoming, safe gathering place for patrons to explore spirituality and faith issues – a place where we can engage with scholars, authors, speakers, and each other. I’m passionate about people, education, equality, and justice; I’m committed to working with diverse, local partners to offer events that promote peace and compassion.

My background includes 11 years as the CE Director in a local UCC church, and an M.A. in history museum administration. I also worked in Montessori schools for 12 years. I enjoy hiking, bicycling, canoeing, baking, tag sales, history/historic houses, the Green Bay Packers, and true crime podcasts with my family and friends.

My Education

University of Saint Joseph

B.A., English and Writing

SUNY: Cooperstown Graduate Program

Master of Museum Administration