Diamond Hill HistoricaL Society Mission
The Mission of the Diamond Hill Historical Society (DHHS) is to collect, research, interpret and preserve Diamond Hill history and to promote protection, preservation, renovation, restoration, and maintenance of Diamond Hill historical architecture in an historically appropriate and viable neighborhood for public awareness, education and appreciation.
DHHS Membership
By becoming a member, you are directly supporting the mission - helping us safeguard historic architecture, share our neighborhood’s stories, and foster community pride. Annual dues are just $10 per person, with three membership categories available:
Active Member
Must own property within the Diamond Hill Historic District.
Supports the mission and goals of DHHS.
Eligible to hold office and vote on DHHS business matters.
Inactive Member
Must own property within the Diamond Hill Historic District.
Supports the mission and goals of DHHS but cannot commit to regular meetings or events.
May switch to Active Membership at any time by notifying the DHHS Board.
Associate Member
Open to residents of Diamond Hill who do not own property.
Also includes former residents who wish to remain connected to the neighborhood and its history.
Complete the Membership Form and arrange payment of your $10 dues with the DHHS Membership Committee Chair.
Become part of our mission today and help us preserve Diamond Hill’s history, architecture, and community for generations to come.
Donations
All donations to the Diamond Hill Historical Society are tax-deductible within the scope of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954.
Donations may be sent to:
DHHS
POB 803
Lynchburg, VA 24505
Diamond Hill Historical Society Leadership
Directors:
Kat Becker
Andrea Spears
Julie Neighbors
Pat Gatti, Past President
Officers:
Dennis Newton, President
Rad Briley, Vice President
Priscilla Harlan, Secretary
Pat Richitt, Treasurer
Committees and Appointees
Regulations and Guidelines Committee: Dennis Newton
Strategic Planning Committee: Pat Gatti
Washington Street Restoration Committee: Dennis Newton
Website Coordinator: Sarah Fuentes
Communications Committee: Kaye Chandler
Finance Committee: Pat Richitt
History & Preservation Committee: Julie Neighbors
Membership Committee: Sarah Fuentes
Programs & Events Committee: Julie Neighbors
Neighborhood Beautification Committee: Stephanie Lescault & Dianne Davis