STAFF
SARAH FOLTZ
Executive Director
A Findlay resident of over 15 years, Sarah Foltz received her Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from the University of Findlay. Having previously worked in nonprofit, hospitality, higher education, marketing and leadership, Foltz brings a diverse set of skills to the museum. Her career revolving around community engagement in Hancock County brought her to the helm of the museum in February of 2024. Sarah lives in a historic, craftsman home built in 1919 located in downtown Findlay with her partner.
Now Hiring
Marketing & Community Relations Coordinator
The Hancock Historical Museum is seeking a creative and community-minded professional to join our team as Marketing & Community Relations Coordinator. In this role, you will help connect the museum with the community and expand our reach through innovative marketing, event coordination and collaboration to promote and strengthen our efforts to preserve Hancock County’s rich history for future generations. As a key member of our team, you will help ensure the museum remains an engaging, relevant and accessible resource for our community and beyond.
JOY BENNETT
Curator & Archivist
Joy received her Bachelor's degree in history at Defiance College in 2006 before acquiring Master’s Degrees in History and Public History at Bowling Green State University. Her thesis was a comparative study of the film industries of the United States and Nazi Germany during World War II. She began her career at The Hancock Historical Museum as an Intern in 2009 and officially joined the staff as Archivist in September of 2012, becoming full time Curator and Archivist in 2013. She loves Classic movies, books, and food.
DEB WICKERHAM
Education Coordinator
Deb has been an educator for 47 years. She taught in Findlay City Schools for 36 years and has been the Educational Coordinator for 11 years at the Hancock Historical Museum. Deb is an alumna of Bowling Green State University and the University of Findlay. Reading, Cleveland sports and spending time with her family, especially her grandsons are her favorite her favorite things to do. Deb lives in Findlay with her husband Vaun.
