The Claresholm & District Museum is run by a Board of Directors who volunteer their time to guide the future direction of the Museum. They work together with town council and the executive director to set the direction of the Museum, oversee the budget, ensure that policies are in place and followed, and represent the Museum in the community and region.
If you have skills like accounting, law, teaching, marketing, or fundraising, we would certainly appreciate your knowledge and skillset!
The Board meets once a month for a few hours and 3 or 4 times a year for special events.
For more information about volunteering as a Board Member, call the Executive Director at 403-625-1742.
Vision
To bring our stories to life with the spirit and tenacity of our pioneers.
Mission
To stimulate connections, dialogue and experiences that promote education and enjoyment for those who live in and visit Claresholm & District by sharing the stories of our community in a way that honours our pioneer spirit and informs future generations.
Value Statements
- Vitality in our community fostered by collaboration
- Creatively combining learning and fun to provide experiential environments
- Leadership driven organizational culture of honesty, integrity and professionalism
- Enthusiasm for connecting people with culture and heritage
Mandate
- To provide, administer and maintain a museum facility for the community of Claresholm, Alberta for the public benefit.
- To increase public understanding and appreciation of Claresholm and Alberta heritage by providing exhibition and interpretive programs that are accessible to the public.
- To collect artifact and archival materials that will benefit the Claresholm community as a whole. To collect ethically and responsibly within the parameters of Canadian Museums Association ethical guidelines, Alberta provincial legislation, Alberta Museums Association Standard Practices, with strict adherence to public trust responsibilities, and with strict adherence to approved collections management and acquisitions policies.
- To preserve, research, exhibit and interpret the artifact and archival holdings of the Claresholm & District Museum with a view to facilitate learning and to commemorate local cultural heritage.
