The C. Herman and Mary Virginia Terry Foundation contribution to the Museum of Science & History’s 2.0 capital campaign will be recognized with naming rights.
The museum will gain the C. Herman and Mary Virginia Terry Education Center.
“We are not at liberty to disclose the amount of the contribution,” said museum spokeswoman Natalie DeYoung.
The investment builds on a long-term connection between the Terrys and MOSH dating back to the 1980s when the late C. Herman Terry served on the museum’s board of trustees.
“As far back as when Herman sat on the board of trustees, I have seen MOSH positively impact the children of our community as well as their families. It brings me great joy to know that generations of lifelong learners will benefit from educational experiences through MOSH’s vision for the future,” Mary Virginia Terry said in a news release.
Bruce Fafard, interim CEO of MOSH, said the C. Herman and Mary Virginia Terry Education Center will be one of the most active areas within the museum.
“It will serve as a place of enrichment where guests of all ages can be curious, explore and learn,” he said.
The museum began its capital campaign in March 2019 with the goal of raising $20 million in community support from individuals, businesses and corporations, foundations and others in the community.
