The L.B. Brown House Museum is preserved and operated through the dedication of the Neighborhood Improvement Corporation of Bartow, Florida, a nonprofit organization committed to protecting the history, heritage, and legacy of this important community landmark.
Our Board of Directors provides leadership, oversight, and guidance to support the continued preservation of the L.B. Brown House and its mission to educate visitors about the life, accomplishments, and enduring impact of Lawrence Bernard Brown.
Through their service, board members help guide museum operations, support community outreach, encourage historical education, and ensure that future generations can experience and learn from this remarkable story of resilience, achievement, and preservation.
The Board works alongside historians, volunteers, community partners, and supporters who share a commitment to keeping the L.B. Brown legacy alive.
Preserving history is a community effort. The dedication of our Board of Directors, volunteers, and supporters allows the L.B. Brown House Museum to continue sharing this important chapter of Bartow’s history with visitors near and far.
We are grateful to those who give their time, knowledge, and leadership to help protect this treasured landmark.
Gloria J. McCoy - Chairman of the Board
Juanita Warner - Co-Chairman of the Board and Treasurer
Lisa Link - Secretary
Sherrie Bryant Hill
Alvin Smith
Patricia Smith-Fields - Museum Ambassador & Historic Tour Guide
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