RV/MH Heritage Foundation  ·  Elkhart, Indiana  ·  Preserving the legacy of two industries

John K. Hanson

John K. Hanson

BIO Led the movement to popularize of motorhomes as American RV’s, served MHMA as Standards Committee Chairman, and Chairman of the Board of Governors -Travel Trailer Division, one of the […]

Robert C. Crist

Robert C. Crist

BIO Pioneer retailer, supplier, parts distributor to the industry. Charter member of TDNA, introduced electric trailer brakes, LP gas, extension mirrors, fire extinguishers, hot and cold water systems, and low […]

Kenneth W. Dixon

Kenneth W. Dixon

BIO Pioneer manufacturer since 1931, one of the founders, charter member, and director of TCA, first manufacturer to offer gas refrigeration in trailers, built the first chassis mount truck units, […]

James E. Kirchner

James E. Kirchner

BIO One of the founders and past president of WDA, served as a member of the Ohio Governor’s Commission on mobile homes and RV’s, long time Board Member of Ohio […]

James M. Phipps

James M. Phipps

BIO One of the key leaders in building the Manufactured Housing business in Florida, two term state association President, 12 years as Florida Show chairman, Florida MH Federation Representative and […]

Richard E. Riebel

Richard E. Riebel

BIO Developed many insurance programs to protect lenders, dealers, and consumers in the RV and MH industry. He was a leader in providing capital for the development of MH Communities, […]

Vernon R. Sailor

Vernon R. Sailor

BIO He was the first supplier to sell aluminum screen doors to the manufactured housing and RV industry, developed the first metal house doors, developed the combination house and screen […]