Beverly Childs
Beverly Childs came to the Anderson County Museum as Executive Director in January 2008 with a background in management, nonprofit work, fundraising and business development. As Director, she is dedicated to making history accessible and relevant by presenting it in a fun, educational way the community can learn from and enjoy. Beverly thinks of the museum as a living, breathing repository of artifacts and stories that chronicle the past. During her tenure she has led the museum to open new permanent exhibits and expand programs and events. Time away from the museum is spent with her husband of 38 years and their Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen (PBGV)s at hunting field trials and showing them in the conformation ring.
Dustin Norris
Curator of the Anderson County Museum since the summer of 2015, Dustin Norris holds a Master of Arts in History. His academic interest has always centered on Southern and Appalachian history, especially as it is represented in popular culture. His work at the museum allows Dustin to bring stories of Anderson County’s past to the residents of the present in an effort to preserve history, engage the community, and promote a culture of learning. In his time away from work, Dustin enjoys playing bluegrass and old time music or spending time outdoors.
Carol E. Burdette
A native of Pendleton, Carol Burdette has lived in Anderson County her entire life, attending Anderson County public schools, and receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree from Southern Wesleyan University in 1982.
Carol has been involved with community organizations as a volunteer or staff member for 31 years, serving in elected office in the Town of Pendleton as a council member from 1987 – 1997 and mayor from 1997 – 2009. She has been the Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Anderson County since 2002 after serving as a volunteer with the organization for 13 years.
April Cameron
April Cameron is the executive director of the Anderson Arts Center and the publisher of Anderson Magazine. She has a background in marketing and public relations for non-profit organizations, and she also has experience as a journalist writing and editing for multiple publications.
She is heavily involved in the Anderson community serving as a board member for several groups including the Rotary Club of Greater Anderson, Anderson Sister Cities, Anderson Cavaliers, and the Debutante Club of Anderson. She has a son and daughter both attending TL Hanna High School.
Anderson County Media Department
Led by Communications Director Teresa Bannister, the Anderson County Media Department is responsible for the development of strategic communications planning, leveraging technology such as the internet and social media, to enhance outreach efforts that will educate and engage the public about Anderson County services.
The department assists with responses to media requests and assists departments with education and outreach through a variety of methods, including video production by Anderson County TV, social media platforms and the county’s website.
Garcia Visuals
Multimedia creators James and Shyana Garcia offer graphic design, web design and videography services to the Anderson area through their business, Garcia Visuals. Shyana, a native of Anderson County, and James, originally from California, have made Anderson County their home base.
With a combined 12 years of experience in design and film-making, the Garcia’s began working together full-time when they were married in September 2020.
They believe that everyone in the community has a story to tell and they want to be a part of telling it.
For more information, call (864)-276-7227 or visit Garciavisuals.co.
