Leadership

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Executive Leadership

Extended Leadership Team

Emily Hitchcock

Emily Hitchcock

Director of Corporate and Community Relations

Emily Hitchcock, Director of Corporate and Community Relations, has over 14 years of experience in community relations and corporate fundraising. Emily is passionate about connecting resources in the community to create a better place for us all to live and work. A proud graduate of Ball State University with a B.S. in Hospitality Management, Emily is passionate about ensuring every corporate and community partner feels their impact on the museum and is connected to the mission of Conner Prairie. In her free time, Emily loves spending time with her husband and daughter, being outdoors, barre, and reading. 

Board of Directors

Lifelong learning requires real leadership

At Conner Prairie, every guest has the opportunity to pursue knowledge and fun in a way that is tailored to them. This pursuit requires strong, dedicated leadership. Our Board of Directors oversees operations and engages community members in supporting the museum. Conner Prairie thanks these individuals who contribute their time and expertise.

Conner Prairie Foundation

The Conner Prairie Foundation board of directors oversees the management of the museum's endowment and the land and structures of the museum, including the William Conner House.

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