Mission Statement The Lower Merion Historical Society is an organization dedicated to "Preserving Our Past For The Future." This is accomplished by stewardship of local history, education of the community, preservation of historic resources and outreach to promote awareness of the cultural heritage of the Township of Lower Merion and the Borough of Narberth. About Us The Historical Society is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization serving the community since 1949. For more than 60 years, our volunteers have provided educational programs to the public. Thousands of students, residents and scholars have worked with the Society's extensive resources. The Historical Society is a vital force in preserving the rich history of the Lower Merion community. Officers, Directors and Committee Assignments Effective April 2012 Officers: President: Gerald A. Francis Vice President: Bruce D. Reed Treasurer: Samuel Adenbaum Corresponding Secretary: Stephen P. Selinger Recording Secretary: Barbara McElroy Immediate Past President: Ted Goldsborough Directors: Class of 2013 - Max Buten, Leon Levine, Sarah Perthes Class of 2014 - Ken Brier, Sarah E. Francis, Ross L. Mitchell Class of 2015 - Joanne Murray, Anna O'Hora, Maria Wells Standing Committees: Capital Campaign: Stephen P. Selinger (chair) Database Administrator: Joanne Murray (chair) Education: Edmund L. Goldsborough (chair) Library: Gerald A. Francis (chair) Membership: Gerald A. Francis and Ted Goldsborough (co-chairs) Program: to be assigned Publications: Sarah E. Francis (chair) Strategic Planning: Gerald A. Francis (chair) Website: Max Buten and Sarah E. Francis (co-chairs) Ad Hoc Committees: Budget: appointed at the January 2013 Board Meeting Financial Review: appointed at the January 2013 Board Meeting Nominating: appointed at the January 2013 Board Meeting