STAFF

Interim Executive Director: Tyler Tocci

Tyler joined Folsom History in May 2023 and is now the Interim Executive Director overseeing all museum operations, facilities management, and fundraising efforts. Tyler began as Visitor Services Coordinator before quickly advancing to Visitor Services and Volunteer Manager, where he oversaw volunteer training, daily site operations, and the museum store. In his previous role as Operations and Collections Director, he managed museum operations and cared for the museum’s collection and archives, which include more than 13,000 items. Through his previous efforts, Folsom History has presented multiple temporary exhibitions, including: Fighting the Flames, Peculiar Pieces of the Past, Metal as Medium, and Ride 'Em Cowboy!. Tyler has a B.A. in History and an M.A. in Public History from California State University, Sacramento. Tyler's academic focus is capturing modern stories through oral history projects. This effort culminated in his M.A. Thesis, "The Making of Modern Folsom: An Oral History of the 1980s and 1990s." 

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Program Director: Sheila Montgomery

Sheila has over 20 years in developing engaging programming for the general public. At Folsom History she oversees the planning and production of individual programs and ongoing series—including liaising with external program speakers and performers, ensuring the highest quality of programming experience for museum visitors. In addition, she trains all our program volunteers on educational content. Prior to joining Folsom History in Fall of 2022, she worked as Powerhouse Science Center as Manager of Science Engagement. Sheila holds a BS in Wildlife Sciences from University of California, Davis.​​

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Museum Engagement Manager: Zachary Vaccarezza

Zachary joined Folsom History in April 2024 and is currently the Museum Engagement Manager, focusing on shaping how guests interact with the museum. Through his efforts, Folsom History has revitalized it's Revealing Folsom lecture series, created Haunted History and Winter at The Square, and bolstered its social media presence. Zachary has a B.A. in History with a minor in Political Science from Sonoma State University. He is currently pursuing his M.A. in Public History at California State University, Sacramento. His academic focus includes persecution stories in the American West with a particular interest in how political ideologies and public policies shaped these experiences. 

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​Public Programs Coordinator: Meg Masterson​​

Meg joined the team in November 2025 as the Public Programs Coordinator, focusing on the operations of The Square. She holds a B.A. in History from California State University, Sacramento, and is currently pursuing her M.A. in Public History, also at California State University, Sacramento. Meg has a long background in the arts, having worked for Sacramento Theatre Company and Music Circus in both production and administrative roles, and is a SARTA Elly Award recipient for costume design. She looks forward to combining her love of making with her love of history to bring dynamic and enriching programs to The Square.​​