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About Us

The Sultana Historical Preservation Society

The Sultana Historical Preservation Society (SHPS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in charge of the Sultana Disaster Museum and all projects and fundraising related to the new facility. SHPS is made up of fifteen board members - meet them below!

Meet The Board

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Judge John N. Fogleman

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President | Retired Circuit Judge

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Dr. Scott Ferguson

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Vice-President | Radiologist

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Frank G. Barton

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Treasurer | Owner, Barton Power Sports

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Frank Fogleman

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Secretary | Farmer, Insurance Agent

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Shelby Jo Moore

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Marketing Officer, Fidelity Bank

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Shawna Rhinehart

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General Manager, Tru by Hilton West Memphis

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Meg Earney Webb

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Owner, Meg Webb Consulting

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Karen Lundquist

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Dr. Glen Fenter

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Superintendent, Marion School District

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Dara Rhodes Bigger

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Project Director, Sultana Historical Preservation Society

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Tracy Brick

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Mayor, City of Marion

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Gene Salecker

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Author and Sultana Historian

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Jerry Potter

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Attorney, Harris Shelton and Author of "The Sultana Tragedy: America's Greatest Maritime Tragedy"

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Michael D. East

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President, East Cotton Company

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Dr. Vic Snyder

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Former Congressman for the 2nd Congressional District

Board Members Emeritus

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St. Rep. Jana Della Rosa

Former AR State Representative

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Rep. Milton Nicks

Former AR State Representative, Home Builder

The Sultana Disaster Museum is temporarily closed as we prepare for our new museum location. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Grand Opening: November 14, 2026
New Location: 114 Military Road, Marion, Arkansas

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