STAFF
ABIGAIL INBODY
Executive Director
​Abigail is a native of Hancock County who is passionate about community involvement and enrichment. She possesses a unique and diverse skill set, with years of experience in marketing and business development. She is currently serving as the Marketing Chair on the board of directors for Findlay Young Professionals through the Findlay Hancock County Chamber of Commerce. Additionally, she is a member of the current Hancock Leadership class.
Before joining the museum in February of 2025, Abigail was the Shelter Program Manager and Volunteer Coordinator at Hope House for the Homeless. She also started a wedding and event planning business in 2019.
Outside of work, she is an avid traveler, reader, and foodie, always looking to learn a new skill or hobby.
JOY BENNETT
Curator & Archivist
Joy received her Bachelor's degree in history at Defiance College in 2006 before acquiring Master’s Degrees in History and Public History at Bowling Green State University. Her thesis was a comparative study of the film industries of the United States and Nazi Germany during World War II. She began her career at The Hancock Historical Museum as an Intern in 2009 and officially joined the staff as Archivist in September of 2012, becoming full time Curator and Archivist in 2013. She loves Classic movies, books, and food.
KATELIN ROMICK
Marketing & Special Events Coordinator
Katelin has a background in marketing, event planning, and nonprofit engagement, with a strong interest in local history and storytelling. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and her Master’s degree in Business Administration and Management from Heidelberg University.
A longtime resident of Tiffin, Ohio, Katelin has been actively involved in historic preservation and community programming throughout Northwest Ohio. Previously, she served as Vice President, Chair of Programming, and Event Rentals Manager for the Tiffin Historic Trust. She has also worked with the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums and the Strongsville Historical Society. Katelin is a member of Heritage Ohio, the Ohio Local History Alliance, and the Small Museums Association, and she values continuing her professional development through conferences and networking opportunities. Outside of work, she enjoys genealogy research, vintage thrifting, and her cat, Burger.
DEB WICKERHAM
Education and Volunteer Director
Deb has been an educator for 47 years. She taught in Findlay City Schools for 36 years and has been the Educational Coordinator for 11 years at the Hancock Historical Museum. Deb is an alumna of Bowling Green State University and the University of Findlay. Reading, Cleveland sports and spending time with her family, especially her grandsons are her favorite her favorite things to do. Deb lives in Findlay with her husband Vaun.
