Mission, Vision & Values

Our members bring their curiosity, enthusiasm, and knowledge to bear on every aspect of photo history, from the earliest experiments to the present day—and tomorrow. We welcome your participation and support of our society.

Our Mission

We are engaged in the preservation of historic images, photographic equipment, and ephemera, and sharing the stories of photographers, scientists, engineers, businessmen and women, and artists—all the people who created the world of photography as we know it today.

  • We schedule free monthly meetings and presentations online and in-person, publish monthly newsletters and an annual Journal, and share our resources on the web.
  • We provide cameras and darkroom equipment free of charge to students learning about the science and art of photography.
  • We assist other institutions involved with the history of photography.
  • We help collectors find or donate collection items.
  • We produce the largest Photographica show in the region each year, and we have a lot of fun, too!

Our Values

  • Accountability
  • Adaptability
  • Diversity
  • Inclusion
  • Integrity
  • Stewardship
  • Transparency
about PHSNE members engaged in activities and meetings together
Clockwise from top left: early board meeting 1973; member meeting December 1973; PHSNE field trip to the Great Wall 1999; 30th Anniversary 2003; Uber-collector and PHSNE supporter Jack Naylor, 2000

Our Vision

Provide an unparalleled experience for our members and the general public where they are involved in learning and contributing to the exploration of, promotion of, and value of our shared photographic history.

Visit Our Connections Page

Discover museums, historical societies, photo archives, and other organizations that share our passion for photographic history. It’s a great resource for diving deeper into the broader world of photography and preservation!

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PHSNE Leadership

Officers and Board Members

Our officers and board members are elected by the membership for two-year terms.

The officers and board members listed will serve the 2024-2025 term.

John Felix

President

Paul Roberts

Vice President

Gregory Crisci

Treasurer

Lawrence Woods

Secretary

Sid Chatterjee

Member-at-Large

John Dockery

Member-at-Large

Gloria Polizzotti Greis

Member-at-Large

Marty Hassell

Member-at-Large

Brad Herman

Member-at-Large

Ron Polito

Member-at-Large

Peter Schultz

Member-at-Large

Bernie Zelitch

Member-at-Large

PHSNE Volunteers

Our Volunteers

Members volunteer their time and expertise to advance PHSNE’s mission, guided by our vision and values. They take on a variety of roles that support and expand PHSNE’s many activities. Without our members’ significant contributions of time, skills, and dedication, the society would not long survive.

Dana H. Gee

Programs Chair

Ryck Lent

Website & Email Outreach

Beverly Regelman

snap shots Editor

Joe Walters

Information Technology

Honoring Past Members

With gratitude and fondness, we honor those PHSNE members who have passed on.