The primary mission of the Sheboygan County Historical Society is to collect, preserve, and educate about the history of Sheboygan County.

Welcome to the Board of Directors!

This web page contains links to policies, plans, and other information to help you learn about the organization and for your ongoing reference. You will also receive a physical binder with recent board packets (minutes, committee minutes, and current financial information).

Board of Directors 

• Board Director Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Expectations

Corporate Documents

• Form 990
• Articles of Organization (1923)
• Bylaws with Amendments (1-14-2020)

Policies

• Code of Ethics
• Collections Management Policy (5-24-07)
• Conflict of Interest Policy and Annual Form (9-17-2011)
• Kenneth E. Conger Endowment Policy (5-16-13)
• General Endowment (ET)
  • ET Investment Guidelines (9-18-14)
  • ET Bylaws (11-2016)
  • ET Charter (11-1996, revised 2013, 2016)
  • ET Spend Guidelines  (2016-05-12)
• Records Retention Policy (undated, saved 7-10-2015)
• Gift Acceptance Policy (4-12-16)
• Whistleblower Policy (Nov 17, 2011)
• Working Relationship policy with SCHRC (11-15-2004)

Planning

• Institutional Plan (in revision, last updated 2016)
• Branding – First Draft (in process)

Informational Links

• Events : view current and upcoming events and exhibitions
• About : overview of the organization and programs
• History : important dates
• Education : overview of the Full Day Education programs
• Newsletter : archive of recent newsletters and annual report
• AASLH statement of Professional Standards and Ethics