NEW BOARD MEMBERS

The Jansen Art Center is pleased to announce the addition of Chuck Robinson and Jeffrey McClure to its Board of Directors.

Chuck Robinson, co-founder of Village Books and Paper Dreams, has been active in several book industry organizations, serving as Board President of the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association: Board Member of the American Booksellers Association (ABA) and Board Member of LIBRIS (League of Booksellers Retail Insurance Services).

Locally, Chuck has also served on many boards including the Whatcom County Mental Health Board, the Whatcom Human Rights Task Force, Whatcom Community Foundation, and a trustee of the Whatcom Community College.

Chuck lives in Lynden, Washington with his wife, Dee and their Cockapoo, Dickens.

Jeffrey McClure, AIA, is the founder of RMC Architects. Since it’s opening, the firm has been involved in the ongoing efforts to revitalize downtown Bellingham and the Central Waterfront. This includes the design and management of many projects, such as the Squalicum Boathouse, Marina Square, First Congregational Church, the MARKETplace building, and in Lynden, the recently restored Waples Building and Inn at Lynden.

Currently, Jeff serves as chair of PUD No. 1 of Whatcom County. He has also served on boards of the Whatcom Museum Society, Lighthouse Mission, and the Bellingham City Center Development Authority.

It is a privilege to welcome Chuck and Jeff to the Jansen Art Center Board of Directors. We look forward to building the J’s future together.