About Patricia

Patricia Burton brings a strong financial background and dedication to service to her role as Treasurer of MacCallum More Museum & Gardens. Originally from New York, Patricia has family and childhood ties to Chase City, making her connection to the community deeply personal. Her career spans finance, education, and technology, reflecting a diverse skill set that supports the organization's financial health and operational success.

Patricia retired as Controller and Office Manager of a family-owned grocery store chain in Southside Virginia, where she managed financial operations with precision and care. Prior to that, her career included:

• Community Finance Manager (Economist) – Village of Peace, Dimona, Israel
  (Oversaw communal financial management and bill payments)
  
  
• Substitute Mathematics Teacher – Village of Peace, Dimona, Israel
  (Provided instruction in the absence of a regular teacher)
  
  
• Office Manager & Controller – Better World Industries, Yehud, Israel
  (Managed financial operations and administrative oversight)
  
  
• Systems Programmer – IBM Corporation, Gaithersburg, MD
  (Worked in advanced technology systems programming)

Her analytical expertise and organizational skills make her an essential part of MacCallum More’s leadership team, ensuring sustainable financial management and strategic growth.

Connection to MacCallum More

Patricia brings a willingness to serve wherever needed, embracing her role with dedication and a deep appreciation for MacCallum More's history and legacy. As Treasurer, she works to ensure the organization’s financial strength, allowing its preservation efforts to continue for future generations.

Favorite Aspects of MacCallum More

🌿 Favorite Garden Spot: The ‘circle’—a hub for community activities and a place where Patricia has shared magical moments dancing and laughing with her grandsons during the September Jazz event.

🗿 Favorite Statue or Sculpture: The Cloister

🪶 Favorite Native American Artifact: The Clovis Point compilation in the Arthur Robertson Native American Artifacts Collection. Inspired by Mr. Robertson's discovery of his first point on the streets of Chase City, Patricia now pays closer attention to her surroundings in appreciation of history.

📜 Favorite Historic Feature: That MacCallum More was born out of one woman’s simple love of gardening, growing into a treasured cultural and historical landmark in Mecklenburg County.

🎉 Most Memorable MacCallum More Experience: Spending a spring afternoon in 2014 with former MMMG President Joseph Epps, sitting on a bench in front of the museum as he shared stories about Native American activities, his career in architecture, and his love for MacCallum More. Their strong connection lasted for years, and Patricia fondly remembers him each time she passes that special bench.

Patricia’s MacCallum More LOVE Story

❤️ I fell in love with the Gardens simply because of its uniqueness. It is truly a hidden treasure. Once found and entered, it offers a magnificent and peaceful experience.

Exciting Projects & Initiatives

As Treasurer, Patricia is committed to ensuring financial sustainability, supporting historic preservation projects, and helping MacCallum More thrive as a cultural and educational landmark. Her strategic oversight ensures that the gardens and museum remain accessible and vibrant for years to come.

At MacCallum More, you’ll usually find me…

Sitting on one of the many memorial benches—no specific spot—just enjoying the calm, listening to the birds who find sanctuary within this haven, looking up and around, and cherishing life.

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