About
The Neely Mansion Association is an all volunteer, non-profit historical society, which was incorporated in 1983 to restore the Neely Mansion. The mansion has been placed on the National Register for Historic Places, the Washington Register for Historic Sites, and is a designated King County Landmark. Neely Mansion Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit historical organization. Donations are deductible to the amount allowed by law.
Vision
To foster community connections through historic preservation and cultural awareness.
Mission Statement
To maintain the 1894 Neely Mansion, the 1930 Hori Furoba, and the 1940 Acosta Farm Shed on this National Historic Site, and to actively interpret and share with the public the cultural heritage and history of the diverse people who lived here from the Coast Salish period through the immigrant farming era.
Board
A general membership meeting is held annually, where elections take place and a program of general interest is presented. Board meetings are held monthly. Please check the calendar for time and place. A general membership meeting is held annually where elections are held and a program of interest is presented.
Carol Grimes, President
Julie Acosta, Vice President
Maria Hixson, Secretary
Linda Van Nest, Treasurer
Karen Meador, Community Outreach Director
Dennis Dowdy, Director
Hilda Meryhew, Historian
Advisory Board
Eileen Yamada Lamphere
Arnie Galli, Jr.
Mike Hori
Tess Lirio
Community Partners
Japanese American Citizens League, Puyallup Chapter: www.puyallupvalleyjacl.org
Filipino American Community of Puget Sound: www.facps.org
Trader Joes, Kent: traderjoes.com
Canter-Berry Farms: www.canterberryfarms.com
Mosby Farms: www.mosbyfarm.com


