State Historical Society of Iowa Press Release

SHSI announces Civil War Sesquicentennial Advisory Committee members

(DES MOINES) – The State Historical Society of Iowa today announced the appointment of 20 Iowans to the Iowa Civil War Sesquicentennial Advisory Committee.

 The committee will assist SHSI in planning, coordinating and implementing activities and programs commemorating Iowa’s involvement in the American Civil War.

 “Many talented and dedicated individuals with interest in the American Civil War sent applications, and choosing among them for the required number of positions was very difficult,” Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs Director Cyndi Pederson said. “It is our hope that all applicants will continue their interest and become active participants in the Iowa commemoration.”

 More information about Iowa’s Civil War Sesquicentennial events will be announced as they are confirmed. Following is the list of Iowans appointed to the advisory committee:

Bryan Bauer
Johnston

 Senator Dennis Black
Grinnell

Kathy Bowermaster
Des Moines

Michael Carr
Carson

Patricia Dawson
Waukee

O.J. Fargo
Creston

Paul Fessler
Sioux Center

Joanne Goldman
Ames

Dann Hayes
Malcolm

Ricki King
Des Moines

Susan Kuecker
Cedar Rapids

Terrence Lindell
Waverly

Dave Mulder
Sioux Center

Cheryl Mullenbach
Panora

Kori Nelson
Council Bluffs

Patrick J. Palmersheim
Johnston

Donald Shaffer
Fayette

Carol Shannon
Woodward

Claudia Tillman
Forest City

Dr. Timothy Walch
Iowa City

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The State Historical Society of Iowa is a division of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs, and is a trustee of Iowa's historical legacy and an advocate for understanding Iowa's past. It identifies, records, collects, preserves, manages and provides access to Iowa's historical resources. Its dual mission of preservation and education serves Iowans of all ages, conducts and stimulates research, disseminates information, and encourages and supports historical preservation and education efforts of others throughout the state. Visit www.iowahistory.org or call 515-281-5111 for more information.

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