WHC Board of Directors

Willamette Heritage Center Board of Directors

The Willamette Heritage Center Board of Directors is comprised of a dedicated group Mid-Willamette Valley residents committed to preserving and interpreting the history of our region. The WHC Board oversees all governance, policy formulation, fiscal management, strategic planning and fundraising for the organization.

Executive Committee for 2024

Ila McCallum, President – Term 1, Conclude Feb. 2025

John Hawkins, Vice President – Term 1, Conclude Feb. 2026

Emily Swart, Secretary – Term 1, Conclude Feb. 2027

Lori K. Woodbury, CPA, MST, Treasurer – Term 3, Conclude Feb. 2025

Lola Hackett, Past President & Director Emeritus

2024 Board of Directors

Sean O’Harra – Term 1, Conclude Feb. 2025

Aleta Ching – Term 1, Conclude Feb. 2025

Ed Austin – Term 1, Conclude Feb. 2026

Coburn Grabenhorst – Term 2, Conclude Feb. 2026

Rebecca (Becky) Purvine Sterup ­– Term 1, Conclude 2026

Iolanda Frampton – Term 1, Conclude Feb. 2027

Evan West ­– Term 1, Conclude 2027

Jenn Winegar – Term 1, Conclude Feb. 2027

To learn more about the Willamette Heritage Center and Board of Directors objectives, read through our Strategic Plan. To get involved in our organization, visit our Support Us page to find ways to volunteer, become a member, donate, and more. Thank you for playing a key role in connecting generations in the Mid-Willamette Valley!