The American Museum of Magic in Marshall, Michigan has appointed Jeffrey M. Taylor as its first full-time salaried director. He succeeds Betty Collins, who departed last summer after guiding the museum for many years, eventually becoming its first director. His duties commenced on Nov. 1, 2009. Museum Board Chair Dr. Bradley Taylor observed that with Taylor’s appointment, the museum’s thirty year tradition of committed leadership will continue. “Jeff brings with him 20 years of professional museum experience, the regard of colleagues from around the state who know him to be an honorable and capable man, and a sly sense of humor,” commented Dr. Taylor. “This is a very good move for the Magic Museum.”