Parker began to expand the museum's holdings and research in anthropology, geology, biology, natural history, and the history and industry of the Genesee Region. He created the WPA-funded Indian Arts Project and is responsible for the construction of Bausch Hall.
Parker increased the museum's collection and research in anthropology, geology, biology, natural history, and the history and industry of the Genesee Region. He initiated the WPA-supported Indian Arts Project and was involved in constructing Bausch Hall.