Elizabeth Molacek is an art historian whose research, teaching, and curatorial work centers on the ancient Roman world, especially the material aspects of wall paintings and mosaics. Her current book project traces wall painting fragments from excavation to museums in the U.S., and has been supported by the Getty Research Institute. Elizabeth earned a M.A. and Ph.D. from The University of Virginia and a B.A. from Rice University, before completing her postdoctoral training at Harvard University. Her keen interest in objects and collecting has led to roles at several museums including the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and the Harvard Art Museums.