Legacy: River of Time Museum
Legacy: River of Time Museum
Legacy: River of Time Museum
Legacy
November/December 2015
Dates of Interest
Nov. 9
Fountain Hills?
November 18
6-9pm
10am-4pm
Nov. 18
Dinner Discussion
FH Community Center
6-9pm
Dec. 2
Member opening
River of Time Museum
6-8pm
Dec. 5
Grand Re-Opening
River of Time Museum
10am-4pm
River of Time
Open
Tues - Sat 10-4
beginning 12/5
Luke Bate
propose. Considering this work, why have we been promoting a Grand reopening of a new River of Time Museum? In the
last newsletter I mentioned how the RoTM Board of Directors and I had begun identifying potential long term goals
These goals have redefined our purpose and everything that we do going forward is done to support this purpose.
We aspire to be a relevant community resource for and about Fountain Hills and the Lower Verde River Valley. We
want to engage, entertain, educate and inspire people about this region. We need to preserve and interpret the past,
to understand the present, and promote future sustainability. The water is not the ultimate purpose of the RoTM. It is
merely the first of many stages to create a museum that serves every resident and visitor in the Lower Verde River
Valley, and becomes an asset to the town of Fountain Hills.
Naturally, we want to launch this initiative in the most impactful way possible, in full coordination with all our community partners. Its more than just putting in a new exhibit and making a new website. Its about becoming the museum
that this community deserves and we need to be ready for that even if it means we have to delay. Our goal now is a
re-opening in conjunction with other town events and activities on Dec. 5 (Fountain Hills Incorporation Day). We
have many of the pieces in place and if we are able to be part of a major celebration, it will help increase our attendance and visibility with visitors to the town, as well as those residents who still dont know of our existence.
In addition to much needed visibility a major factor to our success will be accessibility. Simply put we need to be open
more. When we fully reopen to visitors we plan to be open 6 hours a day 5 days a week for a total of 30 hours, essentially doubling our accessibility during the busy season. The museum operates on an all volunteer basis we needed to
wait for returning volunteers and give some more time to recruit new team members.
More than any new exhibit, program, or piece of merchandise, its this opportunity to become an integral part of the
community, to build on our accomplishments and grow our institution that is the most exciting for me. I appreciate
your patience and ongoing commitment to the success of the RoTM. Thank You.
Luke
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President
Debbie Skehen
Executive Director
Vice President
Anne Wicklund
Luke Bate
Secretary
Lorena Wigginton
BOARD
MEMBERS
Ruben Balderas
Gerard Bisceglia
Niobe Borman
Teena Borman
Alan Cruikshank
Arlie Denomme
Boe James
Aggie Kramer
Jean Linzer
Sandy Myhr
Art Tolis
Jane Wingert
Lee Robinson
Kit Wyper
Skehen
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Debbie Skehen
New Memberships
Adventurer Level:
$1,000-1,499
Pioneer Level:
$500-999
Wagonmaster Level:
$250-499
Karen D. Baker
Richard M. Carrabine
Carl & Eunice Feinberg
Franklin & Gloria Hardman
Robert & Barbara Hegwood
Elert & Chris Johnson
Aggie Kramer
Bill & Sally Mantle
Pathfinder Level:
Harold & Arlie Denomme
Walt Dunne, Jr.
Robert & Mary Alice
Fanslau
Tom & Carol Frederick
Bonaguidi
Jeff & Marla Fryer
John & Sharon Brodhun
Bruce & Cassie Hansen
Dan Bros
Robert & Barbara
Hegwood
* Gerry & Marge Colbert
Pat Hemmer
Bonnie Coolum
John & Beverly Hepburn
Richard & Doris Dale
Charles & Marilyn Humes
Martin & Barbara Dawson Betty Isaacson
Virginia Abbott
& Peter Clarkson
Russ & Rosemary
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Partnership Profile
When you become a member of the River of Time you also enjoy the membership benefits for the other institutions
in the Arizona Small Museum coalition. We want our members to know all the great things happening at their partner
museums, so they can visit and take advantage of the free admission and 10% off in the gift shop at all four locations.
In order to do this we are introducing this new section in the newsletter to feature our partners and what they are
doing.
heritagesquarePHX.org
602-261-8063
Heritage Square is the oldest remaining residential block in the City of Phoenix. With ten fully-restored buildings, the
Square offers visitors a unique look into the vibrant history of Phoenix at the turn of the 19th century. Let the memories of yesteryear envelop you as you tour a museum, stroll under the Lath Pavilion, or enjoy a meal al fresco at one of
the eateries.
Today, the Square features the Rosson House Museum, exhibit galleries, three award-winning restaurants, a Victorian
gift shop, a coffee bar and a spectacular event facility. While you are here, be sure to tour the Squares crowning jewel
the restored 1895 Rosson House Museum.
On December 5th, combine your tour of the Rosson House Museum with an elegant tea at Heritage Square this holiday
season. This 1895 Victorian mansion is the must-see attraction for the holidays, with professionally decorated rooms
that celebrate the season. The Stevens House will be transformed into a Tea Room, with tea, scones and clotted
cream being served. Also that day, Heritage Square is hosting the Christkindlmarkt, a celebration of German holiday
traditions. Reservations required for the Christmas Tea, and will be available beginning November 1st. Tickets are $15,
and include a tour of the Rosson House Museum, and afternoon tea in the Stevens House.
Please contact Heritage Square for more information,
or to register for the events.
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The closure of the Museum for the change out of some exhibits has obviously had an impact on the store. The store will reopen in conjunction
with the Museums annual Holiday Mart which opens on November 9th.
This is one month earlier than the reopening of the Museum. You definitely will want to keep
us in mind for your holiday shopping needs.
The Holiday Mart will be held in the lobby of the Museum/Library building as in the past. A
number of people have been involved in the activity and volunteers have begun the task of digging out boxes and boxes and boxes of ornaments, garlands, decorations, reindeer and much
more. The red and green and glitter is being sorted as items are cleaned, polished and made
ready for sale.
Many great items will be available. There will be decorated trees and wreaths, ornaments for
the tree, plus numerous unique items that are perfect for the holidays.
Remember, the store and the mart will open November 9th, so stop in and enjoy the items
that are available. This is a great place to purchase that special gift!!
WB!!
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480-837-2612
[email protected]
PATHFINDER
$100 - $249
WAGONMASTER
$250$499
PIONEER
$500$999
ADVENTURER
$1000$1,499
WRANGLER LEVEL
$1,500 OR MORE
$25 / Year
General Family Membership
$35 / Year
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The IRS has designated this Society and Museum as a 501 (c) (3) organization.
Donations are tax deductible to donor. Please consult your tax advisor for specific information.