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The Landmark Society of Western New York Announces its Search for an Executive Director Landmark Society President Henry Williams has announced the appointment of a Search Committee to identify candidates for the position of Executive Director. Elizabeth Teall chairs this committee of Landmark Society Trustees that includes former Landmark Society presidents Susan Crego and Jerry Ludwig and current Trustees Mary Nicosia, Mimi Tilton, Hugh Hamlin and Andy Germanow. During the search process, the Landmark Society is being ably led by Interim Executive Director David Whitaker. The Landmark Society was founded in 1937 by a group of volunteers dedicated to preserving the architectural and cultural heritage of Rochester and Monroe County. Its reach expanded to nine surrounding counties and its professionalism grew through the leadership of Executive Directors Billie Harrington, Henry McCartney and Joanne Arany. Landmark is one of the oldest and most prestigious preservation organizations in the country, with a strong cadre of volunteers and a dedicated staff of 17. Candidates for the Executive Director position shall have demonstrated leadership in community advocacy and have a substantial professional record of organizational management and financial development. Candidates should have at minimum a baccalaureate degree. Strong communication and supervisory skills are essential. Applications with supporting resumes and salary expectations should be submitted by September 1, 2010, to Landmark Society Search Committee c/o Elizabeth Teall 142 East Parkway Rochester, New York 14617 Selection is expected by October 15. A complete description of the responsibilities of the position is available here.
NEW! Arts and Crafts, Games, Friendships and FUN! Summer at Stone-Tolan: Pioneer Days and NEW Arch-KID-tecture Excitement For 2010, we're offering two different week-long camp programs: Pioneer Days is our traditional crafts and early activities program full of all sorts of early American pleasures and pastimes to enjoy. Our NEW Arch-KID-tecture Excitement program blends an exploration of all things architectural, historic preservation, and crafts and activities. Let your 3rd through 6th graders explore their world during our weeklong summer camps. Four one-week sessions in July and August. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays. Registration now open! Read more about these exciting programs here.
Tour with The Landmark Society and watch history come alive We have many outstanding adventures planned for 2010. Whether it be for the day or for an extended motor coach journey, we welcome you to join us on one or more of our superb tours. The breathtaking vistas of the Hudson River Valley (Lyndhurst is pictured at left) ... the Frank Lloyd Wright heritage of Buffalo ... even the incredible treasures found in our own back yard here in Rochester...Our tours are full of history, architecture, education and plenty of fun, and led by some of the warmest and friendliest staff around. Come travel with Landmark! We take many exciting journeys each year to destinations near and far, and we challenge you to find a more diverse, exciting and educational outing for your money. Please click here for a full listing of dates and registration information, or call (585) 546-7029 x11 for more information.
Support The Landmark Society Annual Fund Help The Landmark Society share history, build communities, and shape lives. For more on the Annual Fund, and how your dollars will be used to directly impact the communities in which you live, work and play, please click here.
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