MEMBERSHIP
The Silver State National Peace Officers Museum announced a multi-level membership program earlier in the museum development. This program was designed to allow individuals the opportunity to stand in support of this project while placing their name within the history of the museum by becoming a founding member. We are proud to feature our founding members on our website as these dedicated supporters are responsible for bringing a spectacular museum to Northern Nevada.
Founding Board of Directors
- Doug Gist
- Kris Gist
- Adam Wygnanski
- Dick Williamson
- Roy O'Connell
- Frank Adams
- Sheriff James Miller
- Jeff Leathley, Past Board Member
Chief's Shield Founding Members
- Mrs. Eleanor Gist in memory of Walt Gist
- Carol Williamson
- Jim Ritter
- Marvin Sevedge

- Glee Sevedge
- E. W. Bill Tompkins Jr.
- Gary Hanneman
- Larry Olsen
- Ralph S. Gilbert
- Roy Semmens
- Michael Haley, Washoe County Sheriff
- Abigail Biggar
- Steve Loesch
- Lawrence Olsen
- Mark F. Simens
- Arthur T. Perkins
- Colonel A. Lemberes
- Bruce McLeod
- Craig Maxwell
- Dave Larson
Circle Star Founding Members
- Bill Booth
- Duane Warth
- Kerry Barnes
- Timothy M. Tyson
- Steve Albertsen, Carson City Undersheriff
- Scott Hale-Byron
- Don Watts, White Pine CountySheriff
- Kerry Lee, Lincoln County Sheriff

- Anthony De Meo, Nye County Sheriff
- Stephanie Jones
- Ralph Willits
- Abigail Biggar
- James Lopey
- Larry Stout
- Peggy Stout
- Barbara Bohach
- Michael Perisho
- Carolyn Olsen
- Sita Singh
- Michael and Linda Cavanagh
- John Giles
- Joe DeWeese
- Joseph Modarelli
- Dewitt and Shirley Wilson
- Patricia Maloney in memory of Harold Maloney
- Joe Curtis
- Bruce and Linda Larson
- Nevada DPS Director Hafen
- Ray Hoyt
Tin Star Founding Members

- Deborah Jensen
- Sid Albee
- Jeff Church
- Deke Dimarzo
- Mrs. Carole Hashimoto
- Howard Skolnik, Director of Nevada State Prisons
- John Fichter
- Tom and Connie Davis
- Raymont Saylo
- Frances L. Jackson
- Dick Clark
- PK O'Neill
- Mike McCarthy
- Gary Hoving
MUSEUM MEMBERSHIP / DONATIONS
Through membership, friends of the museum support continued growth of the museum experience. Just knowing that you are helping to preserve and share the rich history of law enforcement in the United States for generations to come is the greatest gift; however the museum will recognize you with a special membership package. The museum is a non-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All donations are tax deductible to the full extent permitted by law.
TIN STAR MEMBER - $50 Annual Membership
Certificate of Membership, Membership Card, Lapel Pin, two one-time guest passes, quarterly e-newsletter.
CIRCLE STAR MEMBER - $100 Annual Membership
Certificate of membership, membership card, four one-time guest passes, quarterly e-newsletter, and a special museum gift.
CHIEF’S SHIELD MEMBER - $500 Annual Membership
Certificate of membership, membership card, four annual guest passes, a special museum gift, one small group gathering in the museum, quarterly e-newsletter.
Please download the application for membership/donations here
SUPPORT FROM LAW ENFORCEMENT
The following Nevada law enforcement executives have provided their endorsement of the Silver State National Peace Officers Museum:
- Chief Michael Poehlman (retired), Reno Police Department
- Sheriff Ronald Pierini, Douglas County, Nevada
- Sheriff James Miller, Storey County, Nevada
- Sheriff Michael Haley, Washoe County, Nevada
- Chief Steve Asher (retired), Sparks Police Department
The following professional law enforcement organizations have provided support to the Silver State National Peace Officers Museum:
- Sparks Police Protective Association, Sparks, Nevada
- Reno Police Protective Association, Reno, Nevada
- Washoe County Sheriff's Deputies Association, Reno, Nevada
- Washoe County Sheriff's Supervisory Deputies Association
- Peace Officers Research Association of Nevada
- Washoe County School Police Officers Association
- Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Commission
- James D. Hoff Peace Officers Memorial
- Nevada Game Warden Association
- Nevada Sheriffs and Chiefs Association
SUPPORTING BUSINESSES
The planning and establishment of the Silver State National Peace Officers Museum could not have taken place without the generosity of the many supporting businesses listed below. These businesses donated and/or discounted supplies and services and they are one of the great reasons we were able to open our doors in 2009. Please support these businesses whenever possible.
- Blue Mountain Steel Inc. of Moundhouse, Nevada
- Barick Gold
- Hannafin Design Associates of Carson City, Nevada
- Victory Woodworks of Sparks, Nevada
- Entenmann-Rovin Company, Los Angeles, California
- Keystone Masonry of Carson City, Nevada
- FAdams Associates LLC of Mesquite, Nevada
- B & C Builders Supply of Sparks, Nevada
- Home Depot
- Digiprint of Reno, Nevada
- Rodda Paint Company, Bellevue, Washington
- Wedco. Inc. of Reno, Nevada
- Uniformity of Sparks, Nevada
- PDI Security Systems, Reno, Nevada
- L&R Custom Creations of Las Vegas
- Botcha-Caloops of Virginia City
- On The Side Graphics of Virginia City
- Paradise Food and Liquor of Reno
- Custom Aire of Sparks
- Sound Off Emergency Vehicle Equipment
- Joe Martin of Martin Ross Security, Reno
- Comstock Mining Inc.
- Zipgraver for firearms engraving
- Glock Inc.