Our Board
Our board is a curation of incredible community members throughout Robertson County who are passionate about the preservation and retelling of our county's history.
Danny Atchley
Favorite exhibit is Wessyngton
President
He is involved in our reenactments and theater productions.
Gene Beck
Favorite exhibit is Tobacco & Whiskey
He and his wife volunteer to give tours throughout the museum. They were also featured on the Christmas Tour Homes in 2022.
BOARD MEMBER
Paul Nutting
Favorite exhibit is Military
Vice President
Paul is a former city manager of Springfield and was a city management professional for thirty-nine years. Growing up in a small but very historic city in upstate New York, his love of history began at an early age. It is his long-held belief that communities which value and preserve their heritage create a sense of place and pride that help to create a brighter future. Paul is now enjoying his retirement but stays committed to the city of Springfield through his work at the Historical Society.
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Donita Brown
Favorite exhibit is Main Street
SECRETARY
Donita lives in Springfield with her husband Robert, their two teenage daughters, and two dogs who think they run the place. She is Professor of Management at Lipscomb University, founder of The Management Minute, and loves hiking and walking around Springfield's beautiful downtown.
Janet Palmore
Director and Curator, Robertson County History Museum
Favorite exhibit is Wessyngton & Whiskey
Roger Dorris
Favorite exhibit is Tobacco & Whiskey
Board Member
John Baker
Favorite exhibit is Wessyngton
Author and life long resident of Robertson County. John is an award winning author with strong ties to the community.
BOARD MEMBER
Deanna Underhill
Favorite exhibit is the Civil War
BOARD MEMBER
Has lived in Robertson County for 28+ years, and is a school teacher
Gina Holt
Favorite exhibit is Wessyngton and Military
Board member since 2022. Retired Springfield City Manager. The museum gift shop is also a favorite.
BOARD MEMBER
Bill Smithfield
Favorite Exhibit Changes Frequently
Treasurer
Bill Smithfield is a native of Clarksville and his roots go deep in both Robertson and Montgomery Counties, starting with Moses and Caleb Winters in 1779. He graduated from Clarksville High School and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Bill and his family moved to Robertson County 20 years ago, and he joined Hail & Cotton as an accountant 13 years ago. He has also been dubbed the Hail & Cotton Company Historian. When not bean counting or staring at Excel spreadsheets, he loves reading history and theology and researching genealogy. He is a big fan of his wife, Jennifer, and daughter, Abby.
Jodi Ballard
BOARD MEMBER
Favorite exhibit is Main Street
Jodi was born and raised in Robertson County. She graduated from WKU with a double major in Psychology/Sociology and from Trevecca Nazarene University with a Masters in Education. Jodi was a teacher in Robertson County and is currently a stay at home mom to Tate & Emri. She has been married to Todd since 2002. Jodi enjoys volunteering her time to her church, Springfield Baptist, The Chamber of Robertson County, Miss Robertson County, South Haven Christian School and loves to plan events with the Robertson County History Museum. She serves on the Evening in Elmwood Committee as well as the Christmas Tour of Homes.
Brad Moreland
Favorite exhibit is Bransford
Brad is a Robertson county native. He lives in Springfield together with wife, Nikki, and their two daughters, Harper and Emme. The family enjoys taking road trips to visit parks and museums across the state.
Paul is a former city manager of Springfield and was a city management professional for thirty-nine years. Growing up in a small but very historic city in upstate New York, his love of history began at an early age. It is his long-held belief that communities which value and preserve their heritage create a sense of place and pride that help to create a brighter future.
Jay Johnson
BOARD MEMBER