McCulloch the Man

•  Wall-Mounted Storyboards (10): These will narrate an overview of McCulloch’s life, his family heritage, personal interests, his innovations, accomplishments, and legacy.
• Hanging Overhead Accessory Panels (10): Designed to visually support and enhance the main storyboards with quotes, timelines, and info-graphics.
• Promotional & Sponsorship Panels: Dedicated graphics to recognize donors and promote the exhibit to guests.

12–15-minute documentary-style video will play continuously in the exhibit space. It will be professionally narrated (not AI), including close captions and musical scores. 

The film will include:

• Archival photos, film, audio, video and documents.
• Archival interviews and new interviews with McCulloch family members and historians.

Artifacts will be placed on pedestals in the center of the gallery, including:

• McCulloch chainsaw
• McCulloch outboard motor
• The J-2 gyrocopter model

Grand Opening Target Date: 

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Running Approximately 12-18 months

• Scheduled just days before the annual Balloon Festival (Jan 22–25, 2026), this launch date maximizes public exposure and attendance. We believe this would be a prime opportunity to encourage people to visit the museum.
• If feasible, the original J-2 aircraft will be brought in for the Grand Opening event.

Timing & Historical Relevance

• Time is of the essence. This effort is an opportunity to capture firsthand stories, insight, and memorabilia that are essential to preserving the history of this unique and special man. As time passes, we risk losing these stories forever. 

• 24" x 36"  Main Story Storyboards (10) 

$72.00 ea. Total $720.00 

• 24" x 36"  Secondary Storyboards (10)

$72.00 ea. Total $720.00 

• 24" x 30"  Sponsor Storyboards (4)

$48.00 ea. Total $92.00 

• 48" x 36"  Over TV Storyboard (1)

Total $144.00 

• Sub Total $1,676.00
• 10% Contingency $167.60
• Total $1,843.60 

• Research & Relations $560.00
• Compile & Organize Materials $210.00 
• Script & Video Outline $560.00 
• Graphics Design $280.00 
• Storyboard Design & Layout $1,050.00
• Voice Overs $350.00 
• Compile Music & Sound FX $420.00 
• Video Editing $1,680.00 

• Sub Total $5,110.00  
• 10% Contingency $511.00 
• Total $5,621.00

Total Purchase & Production Budget

$7,464.60