Welcome New Executive Director!

Today is a good day for me, as I am pleased to post this blog because it pertains to me being hired as the Executive Director of the Northfield Historical Society. I would like to thank the board for giving me the opportunity to serve as Executive Director. I would also like to thank our membership. Without their continued support NHS would not be the leader in Northfield that it is today. Thank you all again, and I look forward to working and serving with you all!

The Northfield Historical Society Board of Directors are pleased to announce that after serving seven months as Interim Executive Director of the Northfield Historical Society, Hayes Scriven has accepted the permanent position of Executive Director.

A native of Nerstrand, Hayes received a B.A. in history from the University of Minnesota Duluth, and brings to the NHS experience creating historical exhibits in connection with his academic work. He served as Exhibit and Education Coordinator under former Executive Director Mark Fagerwick for a little over a year prior to assuming the position of Interim Director in July 2006. Since Hayes began his employment with the Society, he has created internship opportunities with Carleton and St. Olaf Colleges, coordinated the popular Cemetery Stories event, and developed our newest exhibit, The Early Years of Northfield. Shortly after the resignation of Fagerwick, Hayes along with Board President Scott Elmer quickly stepped up to handle a wide range of operational responsibilities, ensuring seamless day-to-day management for the Society.

We wish Hayes the very best in his new position!