The Saratoga County History welcomes four new trustees to its board, starting in February 2022. The additions are part of the History Center’s exciting growth, and will bring skills and talents key to reaching new audiences and fundraising.
William Allerdice has worked on and off for his family’s business, Allerdice Building Supply, Inc., and is currently at his father’s side. A graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, he has sat on the boards of both Friends of Lake George Opera and Universal Preservation Hall. He has a passion for history, the arts, and the Saratoga community.
Andrew Collier is a native of Lancaster, PA, and a graduate of Saint Francis University with a degree in U.S. History. Andrew has worked for a variety of organizations and campaigns in the advertising and consulting industry. He is currently employed remotely by the National Public Pension Coalition, located in Washington, DC. An avid runner, biker, and gardener, he settled in Ballston Spa with his wife Molly. They enjoy exploring Ballston Spa’s restaurants, parks, and everything their town has to offer.
James Richmond worked in Power Systems at General Electric for forty years, after which he concentrated on his lifelong passion for history. He has published two books: War on The Middleline; and Milton,New York, A New Town in a New Nation (with Kim McCartney). In 2018, Jim was a founding member of the Saratoga County History Roundtable, whose mission is to expand interest in our local history through presentations, research, articles, and tours. In 2021, Jim led the effort to publish Saratoga County Stories, a compilation of weekly articles on Saratoga County history.
Frederick E. Sober, Jr. is lifelong resident of Saratoga County. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Siena College, and a Juris Doctor from University at Buffalo. He is an avid history enthusiast, and has practiced law for twenty-five years.
The board of trustees remains committed to growth and public service. The perspectives and professional experiences of Allerdice, Collier, Richmond, and Sober will allow the History Center to pursue new avenues of historic preservation and community outreach.
