The president of the board of trustees of Historic Northampton has called a special meeting of the membership. In this 109th year, the board and the new Director, Nan Wolverton, are reviewing our institutional history and envisioning the museum's future. Why is it important to "do" history in Northampton? What are our visions of where we could be in five years?

We invite you to join our discussion of these questions. We will share with you an overview of our current circumstances in regard to finances, physical plant and collections management.

The agenda includes a short business meeting to request the membership's approval of 1. the full slate of the board of trustees for election by the membership, as required in the current bylaws, and 2. a new set of bylaws developed by the nominating committee and endorsed by the board. The new bylaws reflect current trends in small museums.

Voting by written proxy is permitted through April 25th at 4:00 pm. The board also invites suggestions for new trustees. The nominating committee will consider the qualifications of these candidates as we expand the board over the coming year.

Please email proxy votes and nominations for new trustees to mailbox@historic-northampton.org Attn: Membership Meeting or send by mail to Historic Northampton, 46 Bridge Street, Northampton, MA 01060-2428 Attn: President of the Board.