

The History Museum was proud to honor Todd Bruce at the Gala on September 25, 2025. Todd’s twenty-five years with Lake City Bank have also included decades of service as a quiet leader, deeply committed to our community’s well-being. Todd has served on and led more than half a dozen boards in our community, currently Board Chair for Junior Achievement helping to bring essential financial education to generations of young people. Todd leads not through words but by example, consistently demonstrating integrity, generosity, and a commitment to service.

This elegant cocktail party takes place under tent in the fragrant gardens of the beautiful Oliver Mansion. Offering delectable hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, The Gala is truly one of the best ways to catch up with old acquaintances—and meet new friends. It generates much-needed funds to support the outstanding exhibits and programs presented by The History Museum all year long.

The History Museum Board of Trustees and staff would like to thank the generous sponsors of our 2025 Gala:
The Oliver Estate
Laura E. Ray
Tuesley Family Foundation
University of Notre Dame
Beacon Health System
Drive and Shine
Hayes Family Foundation
Lake City Bank
Mike Leep Sr.
Liddell Family Charitable Fund
THK Law LLP
Tire Rack
Anita & Thomas Veldman Philanthropy Fund
Baird Mishawaka
Dru Cash
Center for Hospice Care
Centier Bank
Everwise Credit Union
Gibson Insurance
John & Catherine Hiler Family Charitable Fund
Holladay Properties
Krieg DeVault LLP
Kruggel Lawton CPAs
Majority Builders
Erin & Kevin Murphy
Jennifer & Frank Perri
James Sawdon
Amy & Matt Tyler
Wells Fargo Advisors
Doshi Family Fund
First Merchants Bank
Deb Hershey-Miller & Jeff Miller
Key Bank
Sopko, Nussbaum, Inabnit & Kaczmarek
Specialized Staffing Charitable Foundation
Melissa & Jay Wilkenson
Nancy Harter
Hunt Family Giving Fund
Kruggel Family Charitable Fund
May Oberfell Lorber
Nancy & Jack Pycik