November 26, 2008	Contact:	Patricia Cosgrove, Museum Director
For Immediate Release		(253) 288-7437

2009 Museum Board and Officers Nominated

The Nominating Committee of the White River Valley Historical Society, which runs the White River Valley Museum and the Mary Olson Farm, announced their slate of officers and board members for the 2009 year. 

Seven vacancies will be filled and nominations are as follows: Ronnie Beyersdorf and Judi Roland are nominated to serve second terms.  Five new board members are proposed: Richard Artura, Auburn resident and investment Advisor for Woodbury Financial Services; Gator Chamberlain owner of RACE Recycling and Compacting Equipment; Tom Campbell, Auburn Resident, member of Auburn Rotary and principal of the Law Offices of Thomas A. Campbell; Julie Herren, Auburn resident and Issaquah School District counselor; and Clarissa Ruston, Auburn Parks Department Recreation Coordinator and Auburn community activist.

Nominated for 2009 officers include Ronnie Beyersdorf Board President, Mike Gerber Vice President, Doug Hedger Treasurer and Lisa Scarff Secretary.

In keeping with the Historical Society structure, a portion of the board is appointed by the Mayor of Auburn, and others are elected by the membership of the Historical Society.  Elections will be held at the Society Annual Meeting, December 17, 1:30 to 2:30 at the Museum.

About Mary Olson Farm

The White River Valley Museum is working with the City of Auburn to restore Mary Olson Farm, the most intact 1880s family farm in King County. It opens in late 2009 as a living history and environmental learning site. The farm is a King County Landmark and on the National Register of Historic Places. Significant features include an 1897 barn, a 1902 farmhouse and two salmon runs in Olson Creek.

About the White River Valley Museum

The White River Valley Museum is a partnership with the City of Auburn and combines history and culture to create an exciting and educational experience for visitors. Museum collections focus on local Puget Sound history, Northwest Indian culture, Japanese immigration and the Northern Pacific Railroad.

The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday and is located at 918 H St. SE in Auburn. Regular hours are noon to 4 p.m. Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for seniors and children, and free on Wednesdays. Call 253-288-7433 or visit www.wrvmuseum.org for event information.