Join the Hat Luncheon
More than a luncheon, it’s a beloved Historic New Harmony tradition. Discover how this stylish spring gathering brings people together to celebrate creativity, connection and preservation.
The Historic New Harmony Advisory Board brings together people who care deeply about New Harmony and its stories. Board members include community leaders, scholars, preservation professionals and others with expertise relevant to our mission. They provide guidance on everything from collections strategy to program development to community partnerships.
Good advice matters. These board members help us think through complicated questions, connect us with resources and expertise we need and make sure we're serving the communities we exist to serve: residents of New Harmony, visitors, researchers, students and anyone interested in what happened here.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Doors open at 11 a.m. | Program begins at 11:30 a.m.
Ribeyre Center
603 Main Street, New Harmony, Indiana
Each spring, Historic New Harmony comes together for an event that blends style, creativity and purpose鈥攖he Hat Luncheon Fundraiser. More than a social gathering, this cherished tradition invites supporters to connect, celebrate imagination and invest in the preservation and educational mission of Historic New Harmony.
Guests enjoy a beautifully designed luncheon, an engaging featured presentation and the joyful tradition of creative hats that spark conversation and community. Proceeds from the event directly support preservation, outreach and programming efforts that sustain New Harmony as a place of exploration, dialogue and inspiration.
Whether you鈥檙e drawn by the artistry, the fellowship or the mission, the Hat Luncheon offers a meaningful way to engage with Historic New Harmony beyond the ordinary.
| Chair | Silvia Rode |
| Vice Chair, Development | Trudy Stock |
| Vice Chair, Special Events | Katie Waters |
| Vice Chair, Community Engagement | Andrew Wilson |
| Vice Chair, University Engagement | Kevin Valadares |
| Vice Chair, Nominating Committee | Marsh Davis |
| Lora Arneberg | Kati Schultheis Guenther | Tara Overton |
| Bix Branson | Tom Guggenheim | Laurie Parker |
| Kent Brasseale | Matt Hanka | Stella Ress |
| Lisa Brooks | Ron Henderson | Silvia Rode |
| Greg Brown | Jan Kahle | Ronald Romain |
| Vicki Campbell | Jeffrey Knight | Trudy Stock |
| Marsh Davis | Mark Krahling | Kevin Valadares |
| Del Doughty | Caroline D. Lewis | Karen Walker |
| John Dunn | Jeanne Maudlin | Katie Waters |
| William Elliott | Richard McCoy | Barbara Coyle Williams |
| Judy Griffin | Paul Moser | Brian Williams |
| John H. Grizzell | William Muller | Linda Willis |
| Mary Beth Guard | Barbara Northern | Andrew Wilson |
| Ed Jones |
| Marylu Sonntag |
| Ann Stack |
| Connie Weinzapfel |
| Executive Committee | Silvia Rode, Chair |
| Trudy Stock, Vice-Chair Development | |
| Katie Waters, Vice-Chair Special Events | |
| Andrew Wilson, Vice-Chair Community Engagement | |
| Kevin Valadares, Vice-Chair of University Engagement | |
| Nominating Committee | Marsh Davis, Chair |
| Development Committee | Trudy Stock, Chair |
| Special Events Committee | Katie Waters, Chair |
| Community Engagement | Andrew Wilson, Chair |
| University Engagement | Kevin Valadares, Chair |
The Advisory Board meets quarterly to discuss Historic New Harmony's work and provide guidance on strategic priorities. Board members:
Board members don't manage day-to-day operations (that's the staff's job). They ask good questions, share their expertise and help us think bigger and more strategically about our work.
We're always interested in hearing from people who care about New Harmony's history and want to support Historic New Harmony's mission. If you have expertise or connections that might be valuable, or if you're passionate about this work and want to help, reach out to Diane Sanders at desanders@usi.edu.听
We look for board members who bring diverse perspectives, relevant expertise, genuine interest in the work and willingness to actively engage. Board service is volunteer work, but it's meaningful work that shapes how Historic New Harmony serves communities and preserves history.听
Questions about the Advisory Board? Contact Diane Sanders at desanders@usi.edu or 812-682-4488.