--- title: "Palm Coast Historical Society & Museum Builds Momentum with New Leadership and Community Vision" description: "Palm Coast Historical Society & Museum welcomed new Board members, recognized community leaders, and shared a renewed vision for outreach and historic preservation during its June 27, 2026 Executive Board Meeting." url: "https://palmcoastlocal.com/community-insider/62-palm-coast-historical-society/560-palm-coast-historical-society-museum-builds-momentum-with-new-leadership-and-community-vision" date: "2026-06-28T16:57:58+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- [📅 Events](https://palmcoastlocal.com/events) [🏷️ Deals](https://palmcoastlocal.com/component/jbusinessdirectory/offers?Itemid=520) [🤖 Ask ALICE](https://palmcoastlocal.com/ta) [📞 386-538-0999](tel:3865380999) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/JoinPalmCoastLocal) [+ List My Business](https://palmcoastlocal.com/add-a-business) [ ![Palm Coast Local](https://palmcoastlocal.com/images/logos/headerlogo.webp) ](https://palmcoastlocal.com) ![ALICE](https://palmcoastlocal.com/images/ALICE/ask-alice-palmcoastlocal.png) Live Now Meet ALICE Your Palm Coast AI Guide Ask her anything — free! 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(June 28, 2026)** – Palm Coast Local attended the Palm Coast Historical Society & Museum Executive Board Meeting on Saturday, June 27, 2026, where members gathered to celebrate local history milestones, welcome new leadership, and plan future community outreach initiatives. ### New Board Appointments & Leadership Updates A primary focus of the June 27 meeting was the official appointment of two prominent local figures to the Board of Directors: - **Caleb Hathaway:** A local Palm Coast author, historian, and researcher with a background in preserving Florida’s regional history. - **Don Robertson:** Former President of the Gainesville Raceway, retired law enforcement officer, and former Chair of the Alachua County Tourist Development Council. Robertson brings decades of administrative leadership and tourism development experience to the Society. In addition to the new board members, the Executive Board confirmed **Mery Gable** as the organization's official Office Administrator, recognizing her long-standing operational dedication. ### Distinguished Service Award Presented During the meeting, Palm Coast Historical Society Treasurer **Rich Cooper** received the Distinguished Service Award. The honor recognizes Cooper's outstanding financial commitment and individual contributions to the preservation of Palm Coast's local heritage. The Society also noted an influx of new general members, signaling a rising interest in local history preservation among Flagler County and Palm Coast residents. ### A Forward-Looking Vision for Palm Coast History For Palm Coast Local, the meeting highlighted a clear shift toward modern collaboration and broader community engagement. "Moving forward with vision and community outreach is refreshing. It's exciting to see an organization embrace new ideas while honoring the past," said **Melondy Bosko, Founder of Palm Coast Local**. Bosko noted that the momentum building within the organization extends beyond standard administrative updates. "Fresh vision, new leadership, and community insight create opportunities to engage more residents while preserving the stories that define Palm Coast's history." Palm Coast Local congratulates the Palm Coast Historical Society & Museum's newest Board members, Executive appointments, and award recipients. The organizational momentum established at the June 2026 meeting points toward an active, engaging future for Flagler County's historical preservation. Last Updated: 28 June 2026 #### Add comment I confirm my comment does not contain hate speech, harassment, false or defamatory statements about any person, business or political figure. I understand my comment are moderated and may be removed if they violate platform guideline. 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It's exciting to see an organization embrace new ideas while honoring the past," said Melondy Bosko, Founder of Palm Coast Local. Bosko noted that the momentum building within the organization extends beyond standard administrative updates. "Fresh vision, new leadership, and community insight create opportunities to engage more residents while preserving the stories that define Palm Coast's history." Palm Coast Local congratulates the Palm Coast Historical Society & Museum's newest Board members, Executive appointments, and award recipients. 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