About Us

Mission
The mission of Discovery Station at Hagerstown, Inc. is to promote informal learning about science, technology and local history through exhibits and programs that are both educational and entertaining. The primary audiences served shall include individuals, families and school groups from around the region, as well as tourists.

Organization
Discovery Station at Hagerstown, Inc. is governed by a volunteer board whose members serve without compensation. Members serve three-year terms. Currently, Discovery Station has no paid staff. Programs and activities are conducted by the officers and directors assisted by an enthusiastic and dedicated group of volunteers from throughout the region.

Nonprofit Status
Discovery Station at Hagerstown, Inc. is a private, nonprofit organization, incorporated in the State of Maryland on July 5, 1996. Discovery Station is tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, as of March 11, 1997. Discovery Station is a charitable organization, registered with the Maryland Office of the Secretary of State, Charitable Organization Division (telephone: 410.974.5534).

Officers and Board of Directors
B. Marie Byers, President
Dr. John Davidson, Vice president
Patricia Wishard, Secretary
Joan Schupp, Treasurer
Directors: John Barr, Art Crumbacher, Sondra Crumbacher, Carl Disque, Robert Garver, Arnold Hammann, Leslie Hobbs, Mary Kalin, Karen Lucas, William McGovern, Kurtis Meyers, James Miller, Stuart Mullendore, Grayson Oldfather, Sukey Rankin, Tom Riford, Kevin Tucker.