Museum and Archives Celebrates with Annual Dinner

Volunteers and staff of the Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives gathered at the Montgomery Event Venue on Thursday evening for their annual auction and awards ceremony. Vice President Jean Ann O’Dell welcomed the guests and recognized directors, donors, and friends of the Museum. President Janet Blauvelt gave a brief update on Museum’s accomplishments for the year. Jinx Fischer announced the 2022 volunteers of the year. Special musical entertainment was provided by Pat and Holly Gorsett before auctioneer Jimmy McCullough conducted a live auction.

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