We encourage our farm friends to join the Parma Area Historical Society and lend their support to maintain and care for the farm animals and the buildings located at Stearns Homestead.
And get involved! Your time, expertise and energy is always needed for our continued success as a family-friendly environment for all to enjoy.
The Parma Area Historical Society is governed by a seven person board of directors, elected for a three-year term at the annual meeting of the members, held in April each year.
The current board of directors are as follows:
Renee Schapel, President & Volunteer Coordinator
Alyssa Bower, Vice President & 4-H Head Advisor
Lisa Schumann, Board Secretary
Anita Cook, Board Treasurer
Patricia Nickols, Trustee & Museum Curator
Dana Valensky, Trustee & Garden Market Manager
Crystal Akin, Trustee & Events Coordinator
Committee Positions include:
Animal Sponsorship Program –
Buildings & Farm Equipment Mgr (s) – Chris Kline & Andy Kochera
Cabin Rental Manager –
Country Store Manager(s) – Melissa Marflak & Laura Kline
Group Field Trip Coordinator –
Membership Coordinator –
Museum Assistant (s) –
Webpage Assistant – Stephanie Nickols
Let us know your interests and we can get you involved!