A New Face Joins Leadership of DuPage Children's Museum

Susan Stellmacher is coming home to Naperville. The Naperville North High School graduate will be the new director of development at the DuPage Children’s Museum, according to president and CEO Sarah Orleans.

“I can’t think of a better place that aligns my personal and professional values,” Stellmacher said. “This will be a rewarding continuation of the career successes I have experienced to date and have great plans for continuing the mission of the museum.”

She brings more than 10 years of nonprofit experience to the museum. Her credentials include degrees from Lawrence University (BA) and North Central College (MLD). Susan most recently was director of major and planned giving for Lawrence University, where she increased membership in their planned giving society by 23 percent in just over two years.

“We are fortunate to have attracted a children’s museum executive with deep roots in the community, a proven track record in development and a passion for our mission of early learning for all children,” Orleans said.

Stellmacher will be responsible for managing senior staff, strategic planning, relationship building, fundraising, program development and contributing to the growth of the museum’s annual budget of $3.5 million

She is the daughter of Tim and Karen Raben, who were also very connected and vested in the local community until their retirement. Stellmacher is in the process of relocating to Naperville from Appleton, WI, with husband, Jim and daughter, Aurelia.

To contact Susan Stellmacher, email sstellmacher@dupagechildrensmuseum.org or call 630-637-8000, ext. 2400.