History Walk Comes to Downtown Gilbert

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Susan Fleischer
Phone: 480-244-3031

Historical Plaques to Guide Participants through the Gilbert Heritage District and to the Gilbert Historical Museum

February 8, 2012 (Gilbert, AZ) – Gilbert Leadership, a program of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, is creating a series of commemorative plaques that will be placed on the historic sites of downtown Gilbert. Approximately 15 to 17 plaques will include a picture of the building from the past as well as a brief description about the building, location or event. Brochures with a map will be available at the Gilbert Historical Museum and Gilbert Heritage District merchants to guide participants through the Heritage District of downtown Gilbert. The History Walk will be in place by the end of April this year.

In addition to the historical plaques, the Gilbert Historical Museum will also have updated landscaping installed in the front of the museum building to increase curb appeal and sustainability. The goal of both of these enhancements is to encourage residents and others to visit the museum and the downtown area.

As a part of the Gilbert Leadership Program, each year the class is required to complete a project that will benefit the town. In its 20th year of existence, Gilbert Leadership elected to celebrate Gilbert’s early history when Gilbert was known as “The Hay Shipping Capital of the World.”

Gilbert Leadership, through the Gilbert Historical Museum, is currently raising monies for this project. The estimated cost is $20,000. A number of corporate sponsors have committed to donating monies or materials; however, additional funds are needed and individuals may contribute to this exciting celebration of Gilbert’s history. Donations can be made to the Gilbert Historical Museum’s website at http://www.gilbertmuseum.org/getinvolved where donors can indicate that the funds are to be used for this project. For more information about the fundraising efforts, contact Aimee E. Ghimire at (480) 516-1819.

For more information about Gilbert Leadership or program sponsorship opportunities, contact Adrianne Lynch at (480) 570-0600or visit http://www.gilbertleadership.com.
The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit, membership-based organization with more than 550 members ranging from home-based businesses to large corporations. The Chamber proactively serves as a business advocate to strengthen the business climate in Gilbert. To learn more about or join the Chamber, please call (480) 892-0056or visit www.gilbertaz.com.


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If you would like more information about this topic, please call Susan Fleischer, Gilbert Leadership Class XX Public Relations, at (480) 244-3031 or e-mail at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).