President

CAPT USPHS RET with extensive experience in governance, administration, and quality improvement. Board Certified Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) .
Ten (10) + years experience with NPOs.

Treasurer

Bob is a graduate of Cornell University with degrees in Government and Economics. His career includes active duty with the U.S. Army Intelligence, followed by leadership roles in corporate banking, strategic planning, and institutional asset management.

Secretary

Director/Curator of Jim Thorpe Museum and Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame.
Extensive experience in museum development, management and fundraising.
Masters degree in US Western History.

Director

Former Grand Secretary for Masons of the State of New Mexico with over ten years of experience with nonprofits.

Director

Currently serving as Taos County Commissioner with prior involvement in planning and developing the University of New Mexico (UNM) Klauer Campus in Taos. Former professor of history and local historian.

Director

Tom received his law degree from the University of New Mexico (UNM) in 1995 and established a private practice in Taos. He served as Taos County Attorney (2003-2006) and later as a Taos County Commissioner (2012-2020).

Director

Paul is a Distinguished Professor of History Emeritus at the University of New Mexico (UNM), a former executive director of the Western History Association, and a past president of the Western Writers of America. He currently serves as interim curator of the Buffalo Bill Museums in Cody, WY.

Board Member Emeritus

Stephanie has been a steadfast supporter of the Kit Carson House for many years – as both a board member and a generous donor – playing a vital role in the preservation and restoration of this historic landmark.