Staff and Board

Heritage Frederick

Heritage Frederick is a dynamic nonprofit organization that researches, and shares, the significant historical impact of Frederick, County, Maryland, on our state, nation and world. We excel in engaging and interactive experiences that are relevant, accessible and meaningful to all people.

Meet our Staff

Doug Propheter

Executive Director, Director@FrederickHistory.org

Doug has served 18 years as an executive officer, including 14 leading nonprofit organizations. He has a passion for discovering stories of Frederick County’s people, places, and things with a specialized knowledge of Thurmont history.

Amy Hunt

Curator, Curator@FrederickHistory.org

Amy has a degree in Art History from the University of Maryland at College Park and 13 years of experience as a Curator and Museum Educator in Fine Arts Museums.  She  enjoys travel, reading, genealogy and visiting cemeteries.

Jody Brumage

Archivist, Archivist@FrederickHistory.org

Jody has worked with archival collections for the past 10 years and has a passion for studying Frederick County history. He received a BA in Public History from Shepherd University and a Masters of Archives and Records Administration from San José State University. Jody is a 10th generation Frederick Countian.

Savannah Laury

Education and Outreach Coordinator, Outreach@FrederickHistory.org

Savannah has her BA in History from Bridgewater College and MA in Museum Studies from Johns Hopkins University. With 5 years of experience in museums and education, she is passionate about fostering curiosity and community through fun, unique, and engaging programs. Her personal heroes are Ms. Frizzle and Elle Woods.

Our Board of Directors

Nancy Bodmer

Nancy Bodmer

Brett Handelman

Carl Hildebrand

Carl Hildebrand

Charles Crum

Charles Crum

Maura Page

Maura Page

Jean Joyce

Jean Joyce

Tom Trott

Chris Clemons

Theresa Michel

Chaz Remus

Christopher Ercole