Friends of Drake Well, Inc.
Friends of Drake Well, Inc., a non-profit 501(c)(3) community-based organization, ensures that Drake Well Museum and Park continues to grow and succeed in its educational mission.
Members make it possible for Friends of Drake Well to support educational programs, maintain favorite exhibits, and create new experiences. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Friends of Drake Well, learn about member benefits.
Staff
- Emily Weaver, Executive Director, c-emilywea@pa.gov
- John Hetrick, Outreach Coordinator, c-johetric@pa.gov
- Toni Brown, Visitor Services & Curatorial Assistant
- Mark Southwick, Bookkeeper
- Vickie Ruppersberg, Museum Store Manager
- Frances "Corky" Fulton, Museum Store Clerk
- Dave Mock, Seasonal DW Replica Operator
- Alex Huffman, Seasonal DW Replica Operator
- Alyssa Shick, Pithole Coordinator
Board of Directors
Officers
- Barry E. Cressman, President
- Emily Altomare, Vice President
- Tamera Ochs Rothschild, Secretary and Acting Treasurer
Directors
- Joseph H. Carter, Jr.
- Robert J. Felton - outgoing December 2025
- Lawrence Fledderman
- Charles Frantz
- Kelly Anderson Gregg
- Gerald Knickerbocker
- Mark Miller - incoming January 2026
- Donald Rog
- Jason Ruggiero
- Megan R. Sternagel
- Michael Knecht, PHMC Site Administrator for Drake Well Museum and Park (ex officio)
- Emily Weaver, Executive Director of Friends of Drake Well, Inc. (ex-officio)
View our Annual Report for FY 2024-25 here!
