Historical Commission Agenda and Packet 2014 05 07

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Proposed (Draft) Mission Statement Louisville Historical Commission (this version removes the fundraising role language and contains additional language to emphasize the Historical Commission’s role as an advisory board) The mission of the Louisville Historical Commission is to advise City Council in the development and use of the Louisville Historical Museum and to promote public awareness of the history of Louisville, Colorado and its surrounding community, with an emphasis on the coal-mining era, 1877-1955. The Commission establishes and monitors criteria for the collection, preservation, and display of historical artifacts, documents, and structures by the Louisville Historical Museum. Current Mission Statement Louisville Historical Commission (includes fundraising role) Accepted June 12, 2002 The mission of the Louisville Historical Commission is to promote public awareness of the history of Louisville, Colorado and its surrounding community, with an emphasis on the coal-mining era, 1877-1955. The Commission establishes and monitors criteria for the collection, preservation, and display of historical artifacts, documents, and structures by the Louisville Historical Museum. The Commission solicits public and private support for diverse projects and programs dealing with the City’s history. Current Mission Statement Louisville Historical Museum Accepted June 12, 2002 Revised April 4, 2007 The mission of the Louisville Historical Museum, a facility owned and operated by the City of Louisville, is to promote, collect, preserve, and interpret the diverse history of Louisville from the time of settlement until present day with a special emphasis on the coal mining period, 1877-1955. The museum is dedicated to protecting artifacts and documents of historical value and educating children and adults about the past.