Welcome planned for Lake County's new museum curator
LOWER LAKE, Calif. – All members of the public who are interested Lake County and its history are invited to welcome new Lake County Museum Curator J. Clark McAbee on Saturday, Jan. 6.
The free event will begin at 2 p.m. at the Lower Lake Schoolhouse Museum's Weaver Auditorium.
“It is a distinct honor to come to the Lake County in a stewardship and leadership role for such a diverse, exciting and unique heritage that dates back tens of thousands of years,” said McAbee.
“I look forward to partnering with the entire county community in the preservation, conservation, and educational opportunities we are presented with for our citizens and visitors alike,” he said. “Please stop in, say hello, and meet like-minded and passionate folks whose shared vision is protecting our non-renewable, rich cultural resources not only for our generation but for seven generations to come. “
McAbee has many years of professional experience managing museums.
Members of the Friends of all three county museums and Ely Stage Stop & Country Museum will make brief presentations to share with Mr. McAbee an understanding of their part in promoting Lake County as a destination and exposing residents, businesses and school children to our rich Lake County history.
The program also will provide information from the four Lake County Museums and their supporting organizations.
The Lower Lake Schoolhouse Museum is located at 16435 Main St. For more information call 707-263-7918.