Archery Hall of Fame and Museum

5/17/2009
Dr. Charles E. "Bert " Grayson passes at age 98
One of archery's oldest historians and Hall of Famer passed away in Vancover, Washington May 17th while recovering from a fractured pelvis. Diane Miller talked to him a couple days before and he said he was doing well and would be going home soon. He was looking forward to his 99th birthday in July. A remarkable man, who left his mark not only on the archery world but also in the medical field, will be sadly missed by all those he leaves behind.

2/5/2009
A New Home for the Archery Hall of Fame.
The Archery Hall of Fame and Museum in Springfield, MO will be closed until further notice, due to building construction. The permanent Hall is expected to open again with new displays in early 2010.

2/1/2009
Mimi Miller, TWAC Founder passes away
Mimi Miller, Class of 1977 Archery Hall of Famer passed away January 31st 2009. In October she had celebrated her 100th Birthday. A quote from a recent letter from Maryanne Schumm. "Mimi has the strongest, best heart of anyone I know and I mean that every which way!". The archery world as well as all her students throughout the years will always remember her not only for what she did for archery but for the person she was.

12/5/2008
Jane Johnson joins AHOF Board
Secretary/Treasurer of the NAA Foundation,Jane Johnson from Edmond Ok becomes the newest addition to the Archery Hall of Fame Board of Directors. Past president of the NAA Jane will bring over 25 years of experience to the Board. Welcome.

11/12/2008
Note from Slaton White,, Editor of Shot Business
Please accept this donation in memory of Dave Staples, He was an extraordinary man and I am honored to have known him and call him a friend. Thank You Slaton for your donation and kind words.

11/7/2008
Donations continue to arrive in memory of Dave Staples
The Archery Hall of Fame & Museum would like to thank the following for their donations to the Hall in Dave's memory: J. Ducan & Jacqueline Phyfe, William H. Fisk 111, Doris M Tindall, Christian Fatta, Dr. E. Foma Fatta, Ann Clark, Elizabeth Koster, Maryanne Schumm, Wayne & Patricia Kincaid, Marilyn Stone, Eileen & Russell Truscott, Easton Sports Development Foundation, Sam Fudenberg, Little John and Sharon Dimura, Leslie Brown, Michael Smith, Barbara Mellman Skinner, Joe Zaccaro, Jr. DBA, Timothy & Lori Joseph, Ryan T. Eppehimer, Ernest & Marion Ibarra, Diane Miller, Mary Lederle Eberhardt, Judith A. Tierney, Auto Sound Plus, Lee Ann McCullagh, Best-NJ, Woolrich Inc., John Walton, Bob Lesmeister, Martha & Colby Johnson, David & Robin Duncan, David Brunner, Lawrence & Carol Duquette, Sherri A. Schall, Pamela Kramer, Ertel, Finnigan Funeral Home, Inc., Jodi A. Sponchiado, Dave & Robin Duncan, B&T Outdoor Enterprizes, The Diana's, Peter & Mary Ellen Culbertson, Dick & Carol Mauch, Archers Choice Media, Inc., Kirk Nickerson, James C. Bush, Dorine Easterbrook, Jeanne Richman, Keith Dana, Roberta Hoagland, Slaton & Jill White, Robert Easterbrook, Matt Pavkovic.
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10/19/2008
Hall of Fame and Archery losses another star, Doreen Wilber passes away, October 19th.
The archery community once again morns the loss of an archery superstar. With the loss of Doreen Wilber the last chapter of another piece of archery history has been written. Doreen rewrote the record book from 1968 - 1974 by establishing 10 new records on the international level and became the first woman to shoot over 1200 in international competition. The highest point of her shooting career was winning the Olympic gold medal in Munich, Germany in 1972. Quoted in a tribute written by Roy Rose in US Archer. "Her archery deeds are legendary, but to those who were touhed by her, it will be that undefinable quality as a special human being, that will perpertually remain."

8/5/2008
NATIONAL BOWHUNTER EDUCATION FOUNDATION EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MARILYN BENTZ JOINS AHOF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Marilyn Bentz from Ft. Smith, AR was recently elected to serve on the Board of Directors of the AHOF. Marilyn fills the spot vacated by the untimely passing of President Dave Staples.

7/11/2008
Vice-President Dick Lattimer Steps up as New AHOF President
In accordance with the Archery Hall of Fame & Museum, Inc. bylaws, Dick Lattimer, Vice President of the Hall of Fame, will move up to complete the remainder of Dave Staples term as President, ending in 2010.
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6/23/2008
The Hall morns the loss of President, Dave Staples
It is with great sadness that we bring you the news of the passing of one of archery's true leaders. On Tuesday, June 17th, the archery world lost a leader, a mentor, and most of all a friend. Dave Staples passed away in the Muhlenberh Hospital in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania due to complications caused by a second bout with pneumonia. Dave was a co founder of the Hall of Fame and has been its driving force since its inception in 1972. His dream of an Archery Hall of Fame became a vision and then a reality as the Hall partnered with the Wonders of Wildlife five years ago to make a permanent home for our museum in Springfield, Missouri. His mission will be carried on by those he inspired. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
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6/3/2008
A Special Thank You!
The Hall of Fame wishes to thank the following for their generous donations in the memory of Ann Weber Hoyt. David & Joan Groh, Bohning Co., Wlburn & Ruby Wooten, Elizabeth Koster, Maryann Schumm, Ann Clark, Walter Campbell, Richard Weber, R.C. Moore, Tony & Celia Campagnoni, The Sh8ipmans, Susan Whitacre Flex-Fletch Products, Brennan Industries, Inc., Ellie Scott, Easton Sports Development Foundation, Mrs. David Groh, Jeanette Hesselbrock, Jim, Liz & Ian Coombe, Allan Martin, Dorine Easterbrook, Diane Miller. Carol & Richard Mauch Robert Easterbrook

4/11/2008
ARCHERY LOSES A LEGEND - It is with tremendous sadness that we must convey the passing of Ann Weber Hoyt.
March 29th, 1922 - April 5th, 2008. For all those wishing to send memorials in Ann's name, please send to Archery Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc., 58 North Main Street, Union City, PA 16438
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