Our Team
Evergreen would not be what we are today without the hard work and dedication of our amazing team members. Learn more about our Staff and Foundation Board below.
Staff
Janice Keene – President & Founder
301-687-0664; [email protected]
A computer programmer turned savvy business consultant turned nonprofit leader, Janice grew up on the farm at Evergreen. The visionary behind the evolution of Evergreen Heritage Center, she was named one of Maryland’s Top 100 Women by The Daily Record. Since its founding in 2008, under her leadership, EHC has grown from serving 26 participants to over 18,000 annually.
Dawn Hein – Executive Director, Curator
Preservation Specialist Dawn Hein manages the EHC’s Experience Evergreen programs in tourism, hospitality, and outreach. Ms. Hein has over twenty years of experience in architectural design, historic preservation, and museum studies. More recently, Ms. Hein was Executive Director of the Garrett County Heritage Area. She has a B.A. degree in Interior Design from Purdue University and an M.S. degree in Historic Preservation from Ball State University.
Matt Diehl – Facilities Manager & Caretaker
A talented tradesman, fabricator and mechanical engineer, Matt is responsible for the success of our forestry program, building maintenance, and caring for the beautiful grounds. As a master craftsman, Matt has designed and built countless exhibits across the property.
Maggie Pratt – Director of Arts
Maggie is a successful working artist. She occasionally leads art programs for adults at Evergreen and she has designed and implemented the Nature of Art programs. She holds a M.Ed in Art Education/Studio from Frostburg State University.Â
Lacey Day – Education Manager
Lacey oversees Evergreen’s programs, events, and outreach. She served as an AmeriCorps member at Evergreen for two years before transitioning to staff. She has a naturalist background and enjoys teaching students of all ages about the world around us. Lacey has a B.S. in Wildlife & Fisheries from Frostburg State University and a MAEd: Natural Science and Environmental Education from Hamline University.
John Guthrie – Craftsman
John served as an AmeriCorps member for three years before transitioning to staff. He holds a bachelor's degree in Recreation and Parks Management from Frostburg State University. He assists with grounds work and maintanence, as well as at events and programs.
Jim Book – Instructor
Jim has over 20 years of youth ministry experience where he often would combine his teaching with his love of science through various experiments and demonstrations. He believes in hands-on, experiential learning. Jim holds a B.S. in Medical Technology from Michigan State University and a M.Div. from Asbury Theological Seminary.
Megan Treby – Instructor
Megan brings over 30 years of teaching experience to the team where she's held a variety of roles including Aftercare Supervisor, Tinkergarten Instructor, and Lead Teacher. Megan thrives in outdoor settings and has a passion for teaching the "littles" and students of all ages.
Foundation Board Members
- President – Janice Keene
- Chairman – Francis Zumbrun
- Vice Chair – Gary Llewellyn
- Secretary – Tracy Cook-Carney
- Treasurer – Sudhir Singh
Board Members:
- Maggie Pratt
- Sandi Saville
- Brian Trimble
- Lynda Folk
- Linda Baker
- William Mandicott
- Nancy Cotton
- Tim Magrath
- Cherie Krug
