President's View Points

It has been a very busy summer for Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum.   We had great attendance at Childrens Day on the Farm, Celtic Festival, African American Community Day, and the Green Expo.   The Summer Camp Program has also been very popular.   Kids go home knowing the importance of Archaeology and how it relates to their lives in Southern Maryland.   The Maryland Archaeological Conservation Lab has received international recognition on the new restoration project of the 18th-century vessel discovered under the World Trade Center site.

All of this has been made possible by the outstanding job performed by the staff.   Patricia Samford, the acting Executive Director, took over when Mike Smolek retired this spring.   Her leadership and dedication to the Park has kept everyone focused on the Parks mission.   She has worked very hard to fill the gap left by Mikes retirement.   We will all miss Marketing and Event Coordinator, Megan Williams.   She has left the Park to pursue a career in coaching.   Good luck, Megan.   As dedicated as you were to JPPM, I am sure you will be a great success as a coach.

Now to the fun part.   On September 11th, the Friends will hold its annual fundraising event at the Pavilion.   For $50 per person, you get a beautiful sunset, open bar, good food, great live music, and an outstanding selection of auction items.   Come on out and enjoy yourself.   It is going to be a great time.

Patrick W. Furey

President