NORWICH — Jessica A. Moquin joined the Chenango County Historical Society in late January as its new executive director. Norwich–based CCHS says its mission is to “lead and support the advancement of research, education, and enjoyment of Chenango County’s history and historically significant assets.” Prior to joining CCHS, Moquin most recently worked in development with […]
NORWICH — Jessica A. Moquin joined the Chenango County Historical Society in late January as its new executive director.
Norwich–based CCHS says its mission is to “lead and support the advancement of research, education, and enjoyment of Chenango County’s history and historically significant assets.”
Prior to joining CCHS, Moquin most recently worked in development with Friends of Rogers Environmental Education Center in Sherburne. Throughout her career, she has held positions across the nonprofit sector, including health and human services, higher education, and arts organizations, according to a CCHS news release.
Moquin earned her bachelor’s degree at the Crane School of Music and a master’s degree from the School of Education — both at SUNY Potsdam.
Moquin was born in Saranac Lake and raised in Brushton, located east of Malone and Burke. Throughout her childhood, she would frequent local museums, particularly the Franklin County House of History and the Almanzo Wilder Homestead. The Almanzo & Laura Ingalls Wilder Association that operates the homestead is a volunteer, historic, educational nonprofit organization, similar to CCHS.
“The Chenango County Historical Society is a community treasure. Our museum is where local cultural heritage comes to life,” Moquin said in the release. “Every day is an opportunity to hear stories about the people, places, and events who helped shape our lives today. Developing new ways to share these stories is very exciting.”
