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Annette Thompson Annette Thompson

I can't believe I get to live this life! I am in awe that I have this amazing career. My hobbies are bike riding (a job requirement, but one I would do even if it weren't). My goal is to ride a century. When I'm not on my bike you can see me in my flower and vegetable gardens on my farm which has been in and out of our family for many generations. My parents traveled with our family extensively when we were growing up so I enjoy the many vacations I am able to take all over the country. I enjoy being a wife, mother to two daughters, and a grandmother to grandchildren who know me and think I have the best job in the whole world!




Jim Elking Jim Elking

After completing a career in education and administration I was looking for something to coordinate with my interests and experiences, one of which was cycling. A visit to The Bicycle Museum of America offered a great and enjoyable opportunity. I give tours, arrange displays, clean bikes, give offsite presentations and write the website newsletter. I look forward to talkin' bikes with you. Hope to see you soon!




Don Seyfried Don Seyfried

I received my Engineering Degree at Michigan State University so I am able to give ideas and offer solutions. I take care of the Accounting, clean bikes and give tours. I work every Saturday the museum is open. I am also the assistant golf coach for the girls' high school team in Minster. I read a lot of history books and I am noted for making great oatmeal.




Rita Heitkamp Rita Heitkamp

A few years ago, I had the opportunity to come to the bicycle museum to do archiving and history projects. While working on those projects, I became involved in learning about all the fascinating bicycles on display. I also help give tours of the museum, bicycles, gemstones, medallions, and the Civil War flag that are on display here. It is also exciting and interesting to meet so many new people from all over the United States and other parts of the world. I have learned a lot the past few years and enjoy working here. Stop in for a visit, you will enjoy it.




Don Seyfried Tom Hinkle

I was born and raised in Cincinnati, went to BGSU and studied early childhood education. I taught Kindergarten for over 30 years. Cycling has been a hobby for most of my life and many people had that special bike growing up. I love the history of bicycles and am always look forward to spending time in the Bicycle Museum. Hope to see you there!