I’ve read every single one of the Mitford books by Jan Karon. And when my first novel was about to release, I even wrote to her asking if she’d consider endorsing it. (She declined so kindly I didn’t mind a bit!) And then I had the opportunity to get to know Jan when she moved to my area–a pure delight.
And now, I get to WORK with her!
DRUM ROLL (the news release)
One month after The Mitford Museum’s grand opening to four hundred visitors from 34 states and Scotland, Sarah Thomas has been named our long-sought Museum Director.
Sarah brings the museum and its supporters more than 25 years of marketing, non-profit management, and fundraising experience, including six years in public relations at Biltmore Estate. More recently, she spent fifteen years in management and fundraising roles at a prominent western North Carolina children’s ministry.
Our founder and Executive Director, Jan Karon, will continue to guide the vision for our non-profit museum as Sarah assumes the day-to-day operations and management.
‘Sarah’s rich background experience,’ says Jan, ‘is not only of enormous value to the museum and its retail shop, but to the economic aims of the town of Hudson.’
Sarah is also the author of seven books of historical fiction, and a longtime fan of the Mitford novels upon which the museum bases its outreach programs to the community.
My husband and I (and Thistle) will transition to the Hudson, NC, area in January. Come see me at the museum! (And please pray for a smooth move . . .)
Hi Sarah!
This is such exciting news! Congratulations! I LOVE LOVE LOVE the Mitford series and have read some of the books more than once. What a blessing you are involved in this exciting museum!
Thank you! Jan loves everything France–maybe we can do an exchange trip!
You GOOOOO LADY!!! SO exciting !!! I LUV the Mitford Books too. Those were my Favs UNTIL I read yours!! My Prayers & best wishes go with you~I may visit the Museum one day too!! :))
Oh! I’d LOVE to see you at the museum!!
I grew up in Buckhannon, you grew up in that area too. I used to live in Hudson and taught in Caldwell County, and now you going there! That is wild! I have heard about the museum, have read all her books, and will definitely plan a trip there. Best of luck with the move. We lived in Virginia Acres and were members of Mt, Zion Baptist Church. Check them out!
You’re kidding!! Our paths keep criss-crossing in the most interesting ways!
Sounds so exciting for you. Glad to hear the good news.
Peggy
Thank you!
Mixed feelings..joy for you but sad for loss to Black Mtn..
Wishing you well ..God bless you
Ellie
I’m having a few mixed feelings myself! Prayers welcome.
High five and kudos! We will anticipate new vids and posts about your move. Funny enough, I just started reading the Mitford books.
That’s so cool! I’m eager to hear what you think (no matter what you think!).