By LMHS Staff

Jim Bevlock is a lifelong Bala Cynwyd resident who proudly carries the legacy of his grandfather, Phillip Francis Nowlan, the creator of Buck Rogers. Inspired by local history from the age of 10, Jim’s passion was ignited by stories of the Columbia railroad and has continued to fuel his pursuits ever since. He spent 20 years in the Special Events industry, including a significant tenure at the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology. Following this, Jim owned a flower shop for 12 years and later founded Herban Design, a gardening business, which he operated for a decade. He also shared his expertise in floral design at Main Line School Night for 10 years. Now retired, Jim enjoys every day as if it were Saturday. With excellent organizational skills, a knack for out-of-the-box thinking, and a dynamic approach to promotion, Jim is eager to make local history accessible and exciting in his return as a member of the Lower Merion Historical Society.

What is your favorite Lower Merion/Narberth memory? 
As a lifelong resident of Lower Merion, there are too many to count, but what would be more interesting is to hear about your memories, I love to hear other folks’ perspectives of living in the area. Stop by and visit some Wednesday.

How long have you lived in Lower Merion/Narberth? In which community?
I grew up in Bala Cynwyd, got married and moved to Haverford, then Narberth. In the true sense of the question, I never left, I am in my late 60’s, do the math.

Why do you want to serve on the board of the Society?
Local living history is exciting, especially the history of our township and the area. Recently retired, I wanted to give back as best as I can, my local knowledge using my life learned skills. This is my gift to the present and the future.