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Join The Fountain Elms Society
Frederick, Thomas, and Maria Proctor agreed that arts and culture are the foundation of a great community.
Join The Fountain Elms Society
Join The Fountain Elms Society
The Proctors
While on the porch of Fountain Elms more than 75 years ago, Frederick, Thomas, and Maria Proctor agreed that arts and culture are the foundation of a great community. In order to lay that foundation, they established a financial plan that, upon Maria’s death in 1935, provided the initial funding for Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute.
Now, as we approach the 75th anniversary of our founding, the Institute has established The Fountain Elms Society to seek out, engage and recognize those families and individuals who share the Proctors’ passion for arts and culture in our community.
Our art collections, the performances we bring to the Mohawk Valley, the exceptional educational programs we provide to students of all ages, enhance the Proctors’ vision for this community.
Charter membership in The Fountain Elms Society is open to all who choose to provide support to the Institute of $1,000 or more each year. In addition to enhancing the financial stability of MWPAI and providing important support to our ongoing programs, members of the Society enjoy special access and privileges.
As a member of MWPAI, you recognize the important role that the Institute plays in the quality of life for all residents of our region. To explore how your generosity can add to this amazing legacy, please contact Joe Silberlicht in our development office. He can be reached at 315-797-0000, ext. 2297 or by email.