Our Mission
Beaver County Historical Research & Landmarks Foundation, located in the 1826 Captain William Vicary Mansion, is recognized as Beaver County’s official Historical Society. The Foundation exists to research, collect and archive local history and artifacts, recognize Beaver County landmarks and educate the local and national audience via instructional programs, reference materials, publications, referrals and special events.
Board of Trustees
BCHRLF is governed by a board of 11 trustees who are responsible for oversight of programming, budgets, and general administration, and employment of directors and staff.
Executive Board:
President: Susan Martell
Vice President: Melissa Haney
Treasurer: Nettie Chaffee
Assistant Treasurer:
Secretary: Lori Tolbert
Assistant Secretary:
Executive Director: Brenda Applegate
Board of Trustees:
Judith Borowsky
Barry Howe III
Charles Townsend, Med; MDiv
Katie Barcus
Tony Keiser
BJ Jewell