Our Team

Patricia Nogar

Executive Director

With a vision for building something meaningful, Patricia Nogar brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience. She sets the tone for everything we do.

Development Director

Mark R. Thompson

Prior to joining the Heritage as Executive Director in 2022, Mark was the Executive Director of the Newport Restoration Foundation, a historic preservation organization in Newport, RI. He received his undergraduate degree from Dickinson College, his law degree from American University Washington College of Law, and his Master’s degree in history and Certificate in Museum Studies from the University of Delaware.

Washington Memorial Heritage

Board Of Directors

  • David B. Lauhoff

    PRESIDENT

  • Gardiner P. Pearson

    VICE PRESIDENT

  • Lewis F. Staples

    SECRETARY

  • Dwight T. Wilson

    TREASURER

  • John C. Carrow

  • Chris D'Ascenzo

  • Melissa Jacobs

  • Amy Johnson

  • Joseph Koye

  • Eric Sharpe

  • John Wallace

Washington Memorial Heritage

The Soul Of Valley Forge