Town of Sweden Historian Kathleen Goetz has retired after 21 years in the post. Mrs. Goetz, who resides in the village of Brockport with her husband Dr. James Goetz, will be honored by the Sweden Town Board at the January 25 Town Board meeting.
Mrs. Goetz worked tirelessly to create the Sweden Farmers Museum by helping to restore the building; collect, inventory, and label artifacts; and host tours and special events. She volunteered for years at the annual Harvest Festival and helped plan the Town of Sweden’s bicentennial celebration events in 2014. She has written many informative articles featured in the Town newsletter, the Snapshots, and helped many people research local history.
Mrs. Goetz continues to serve on the Town’s Landmark Advisory Board as she has since 2010. She belongs to several other local historical groups. “Kathy’s efforts to preserve and share the Town of Sweden’s history has made her an important part of that history,” said Supervisor Kevin Johnson. “We look forward to honoring her service.” The January 25 Town Board meeting begins at 6 p.m. and is open to the public.
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