Alistair Hardaker
Image: The Cartoon Museum's new director (The Cartoon Museum)
New appointee joins from Barbican Centre, Hogarth’s House and National Lottery Heritage Fund roles ahead of museum’s 20th anniversary in 2026.
The Cartoon Museum in London has appointed Beth Bryan as its new director.
Bryan joins the museum next month, having previously served senior roles within the Barbican Centre, Hogarth’s House and The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Bryan replaces former director Joe Sullivan, who now serves as CEO at Royal Gunpowder Mills in Waltham after nearly six years.
On the appointment, Bryan said: “It is a privilege to join the talented and award winning team at The Cartoon Museum as Director.
“I am honoured to build upon the strong foundations of inspiration and inclusion at the Museum, whose unique collections highlight the importance that cartoons have played throughout British history.
“The team and I are eager to share new and beloved programmes with our audiences as we celebrate our 20th year in 2026.”
The museum’s chair Nicola Jennings added: “I am delighted to welcome Beth to The Cartoon Museum as our new director.”
“She brings energy, expertise and flair to the role and we all look forward to working with her. We are sure the Museum will benefit from her steady hand.”
