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Indiana Historical Society Appoints New Jasper County Historian, Names Historian Emeritus
County historians appointed by Indiana Historical Society and Indiana Historical Bureau
INDIANAPOLIS (Feb. 5, 2026) — The Indiana Historical Society is excited to announce the appointment of a new Indiana county historian in Jasper County, as well as the designation of a historian emeritus.
Clayton Whaley has been appointed Jasper County Historian. Whaley was a history teacher in secondary education for 15 years after graduating from Purdue University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. He has also been a successful business owner and a longtime resident of Jasper County.
In addition, Judy Kanne has been named Jasper County Historian Emeritus, an honorary designation recognizing her 15 years of service and dedication as the former county historian.
In 1981, through an effort to improve the historical communication network in the state, the Indiana Historical Society and the Indiana Historical Bureau established the Indiana County Historian Program. County historians serve as volunteers appointed by the Indiana Historical Society and Indiana Historical Bureau to promote local history in their counties, connect individuals and groups with history resources, promote collaboration between local history organizations and maintain connections with the Indiana Historical Society and Indiana Historical Bureau.
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About the Indiana Historical Society (IHS)
The Indiana Historical Society collects and preserves Indiana’s unique stories; brings Hoosiers together in remembering and sharing the past; and inspires a future grounded in our state’s uniting values and principles. IHS is a Smithsonian Affiliate.
