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Museum of Natural History, Board of Trustees of the Virginia

Education

Purpose

The Board of Trustees of the Virginia Museum of Natural History shall manage, control, maintain, and operate the Museum; appoint the Director of the Museum and prescribe his duties; and prescribe rules and regulations for the operation of the Museum.

Term

Five years; no more than two successive terms

Composition

The Board will consist of fifteen members appointed by the Governor. Two of the members appointed to the Board shall be members of the Virginia Academy of Science. The appointments shall be subject to confirmation by the General Assembly if in session and, if not, then at its next succeeding session.

Vacant Seats

The seat descriptions indicate if there is a specific requirement for that seat (a profession, consumer, someone who lives in a certain congressional district, etc.). If there is only a number listed (Seat 7), there is no specific criteria for that seat. A “citizen” seat requires someone who is not affiliated with that profession. If you're interested in any of these seats, please submit an application here.

Member of the General Public	1 seat
Total seats available: 1

Current Board Members

Lauren B. Woodson

Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2027

Thomas Benzing

Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2027

Nathan T. Sanford

Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2027

David Furth

Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2029

Cathleen Hincker

Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2029