View cultural artifacts—and personal stories behind them—in our core collection
The Museum of the Peace Corps Experience (MPCE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Maricarmen Smith-Martinez to its Board of Directors. Maricarmen Smith-Martinez is a strategic growth and partnerships
The Museum of the Peace Corps Experience (MPCE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Karis Erwin to its Board of Directors. Karis Erwin is an experienced museum executive, marketing
The Museum of the Peace Corps Experience (MPCE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Erie to its Board of Directors. Jennifer Erie is a seasoned international development leader,
Janette K. Hopper – Colombia 1966 – 1968. Then a heavy woman, old and very large with dirty fingernails, comes along.
Stacy Jupiter – Gabon 1997 – 1999. How time passes in the back of a pick-up truck.
Michael J. Kirwin M.D.- Brazil 1967-1969. A Suitcase Led to a Medical Degree.
Steve Larson – Nepal 1966 – 1968. A photograph evokes memories of a Nepal I returned to a dozen times
Mark H. Lewis – Nicaragua 1993 – 1996. Out of his comfort zone an African American volunteer discovers a cultural connection.
Margaret Loomis, Peru 1962 – 1964. Our assignment was to deliver and establish “little libraries” to the indigenous communities in the Peruvian Sierra
Returned Peace Corps Volunteers who identify as a member of a non-majority group in the USA talk about their unique Peace Corps experiences.
The future is bright! The Museum is actively exploring space options in Washington, D.C. close to the Peace Corps Park site at the foot of Capitol Hill. We imagine an experience wherein visitors explore interactive exhibits on peace education, foreign cultures, and the history of Peace Corps at the Museum paired with a park visit that fosters reflection and community. Join the Museum’s 40+ volunteers and hundreds of supporters in bringing this vision to life.
Museum of the Peace Corps Experience
PO Box 2427
Oregon City, OR 97045 USA
“For every young American who participates in the Peace Corps—who works in a foreign land—will know that he or she is sharing in the great common task of bringing to man that decent way of life, which is the foundation of freedom and a condition of peace.”
– President John F. Kennedy, March 1, 1961
The Committee for a Museum of the Peace Corps Experience is a 501(c)(3) private nonprofit organization. Tax ID: EIN # 93-1289853
The Museum is not affiliated with the U.S. Peace Corps and not acting on behalf of the U.S. Peace Corps.
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