Shasta Historical society
Society Staff
Bonnie was born and raised in Redding and has never resided anywhere else. She serves on the Enterprise Elementary School Board as well as the NorCal OUTreach Project Board. Bonnie has been on site councils, parent clubs and bond committees throughout her adult life. She holds degrees in psychology, sociology and behavioral science and began the Bachelor of Social Work Program at Chico State in 2021. She is married to an incredible chef and has one daughter. They are roommates with 3 moody cats and 1 hyper puppy and her hobbies include traveling, reading and baking.
Bonnie Hyatt
Executive Director / bonnie@shastahistorical.org
Gabriel, originally from Santa Rosa, California, is a highly motivated and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in marketing, including eight years in social media and a decade in traditional and digital strategies. His lifelong passion for history, sparked by childhood visits to the library and a keen interest in California and the American West, led him to volunteerism at local historical sites. Gabriel now combines his professional expertise and deep love for history as a valuable asset to the Shasta Historical Society, where he develops engaging marketing campaigns, builds a strong social media presence, and creates new educational programs, serving as a passionate advocate for history education and preservation in the community.
Gabriel Leete
Development & Marketing Manager / gabriel@shastahistorical.org