About the Author

Kristin Bierfelt is a graduate of Boston University with degrees in English and Art History. She is currently a freelance writer, working primarily for museums and cultural nonprofits such as the National Geographic Society, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; and the Peabody Essex Museum. In addition, she worked as a copywriter for Smart Destinations "assisting with the production of guide books to six U.S. cities. Her interest in the subject matter began when she was hired by The North of Boston Convention and Visitor's Bureau to research and write for the website www.EscapesNorth.com.