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The 2009 Board of Directors

Friends of the James Farm (FOTJF) Board

The FOTJF Board exists to assist the entire organization & all of its members. We are interested in promoting research & an understanding of History of the 1800s in general, the Civil War & the part that it played in the lives of everyone who lived through those tough times. We also want you to know more about Jesse James, his family & associates, & perhaps understand why the man was who he was.

 

The FOTJF is here to assist you in your search for history, its meaning & the significance that this colorful period of history has had on so many to this day.

 

The Board of the FOTJF meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month.

 

 

Board of Directors

          Christie Kennard, President

          Scott Cole

          Bryan Ivlow, Treasurer

          James Baldwin

          Pam Banner

          Harold Dellinger, Secretary

          Monte Griffey

          Robert Hall

          Jeanne Ralston

          David Smith

          Vivie Tison

 

Currently there are three vacant positions.

 

 

Honorary Board Members

Janet Perry
George Warfel
Floyd Rushing
Wilbur Zink
Betty Barr

 

Ex Offico Member

Elizabeth Beckett

 

Friends of the James Farm
P.O. Box 404
Liberty, MO. 64069

 

 

 

 Until 1978, the James farm was owned by the descendents of Frank
and Jesse James. By then, the elements had just about
claimed the farm. It was in ruins. Clay County purchased
the home from Jesse's grandchildren and the restoration work
was begun. By the next summer, visitors were once again
going through the farm. Many visitors expressed
an interest in how they could help with the restoration of the farm.

As a direct response to these requests, an organization called
"The Friends of the James Farm" was formed and its board of directors
would like to invite you to become a member. As a "Friend" your annual
membership dues will help finance the continued restoration of the farm
as well as help sponsor historical research to help future generations
know more about the lives and times of the James family.

By becoming a member you will be part of the history of that very special
place and you will be helping preserve it for future generations to enjoy.