A Note from our President:

It’s truly an honor to step into the role of President of the Board of Trustees for the
Monroe County History Center. I’m grateful for your trust, and I’m excited to work
alongside such a committed and passionate community.

I’d like to begin by recognizing Abby Mitchell for her wonderful leadership as outgoing
President. Abby thank you for your time, your energy, and your thoughtful guidance –
you’ve helped position the History Center for continued strength and success. I also
want to thank our incredible staff, whose dedication and expertise bring this
organization to life every single day. And to our donors and volunteers – your
generosity and commitment make everything we do possible. This is truly a shared
effort.

What draws me most to this work is the idea that we are the stewards of Monroe
County’s stories. That’s both a privilege and a responsibility. The stories we preserve
and share help define who we are as a community – where we’ve been, what we’ve
valued, and how we’ve grown.

As we look ahead, I believe our focus is clear: Everything we do should be about
making those stories relevant and accessible to as broad and diverse an audience as
possible. That means meeting people where they are, finding new ways to engage, and
ensuring that everyone in our community can see themselves reflected in the history we
tell.

History isn’t just about the past – it’s about connection. It’s about helping people
understand their place in a larger story. And in a time when that sense of connection
can feel fragile, our work matters more than ever.

I’m excited about what lies ahead. We have a strong foundation, a talented team, and a
deeply supportive community. My commitment is to listen, to collaborate, and to help
ensure that the History Center continues to grow in ways that are thoughtful, inclusive,
and sustainable.

Thank you again for your support, for your belief in this mission, and for the role each of
you plays in carrying these stories forward. I’m honored to serve and I look forward to
the work we’ll do together.

-Sue Sgambelluri

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

President: Sue Sgambelluri

Vice-President: Roger Robison

Treasurer: Kurt Jourdan

Secretary: Desiree DeMolina

Associate Treasurer: David Musgrave

BOARD OF TRUSTEES 

STRATEGIC PLAN (2018-2022)

In 2018, the Board of Trustees created a four-year strategic plan to address the Monroe County History Center’s commitment to its community.

2018-2022 MCHC Strategic Plan

ADVISORY BOARD (YEAR LEFT BOARD)