The Institute for Natural Philosophy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation charted in Tennessee USA.
The Institute for Natural Philosophy’s purpose, object, mission and mission statement is:
“The Institute for Natural Philosophy is organized exclusively for and is dedicated to the preservation, advancement and promotion of culture, heritage, history and science by way of archiving, teaching, research, research projects, presentations and publications.”
Our slogan is:
“Bringing the past to the present for a better future.”
The Institute for Natural Philosophy believes that knowledge, education, and history is important, which is why we are involved in multiple projects via different venues to perform research, provide networking, and educational opportunities. We have online and in-person research projects, informational, and educational programs.
Learn more, contact us, and/or get involved by visiting our main website:
Institute For Natural Philosophy . Org
The Institute for Natural Philosophy has a plethora of projects and programs currently launched or in various stages of development.
Projects, Activities and Efforts
This is a select list and the listings are also links to donate to the projects individually if desired.
IfNP Fundraising Special Auction
Knoxville Global Heritage Initiative: International Cultural Center General Donation
Digital Alexandria Research Center
The Shaman and the Philosopher Podcast
Knoxville Global Heritage Initiative: International Indigenous Peoples and Tribes Annual Exposition
Knoxville Global Heritage Initiative: Artisan and Crafter Annual Exposition
Knoxville Global Heritage Initiative: International Cultural Center: Conference & Exhibition Centers
Knoxville Global Heritage Initiative: International Cultural Center: Heritage Legacy Plaza
Knoxville Global Heritage Initiative: International Cultural Center: Immersive Cultural Experience
Knoxville Global Heritage Initiative: International Cultural Center: Museum, Library & Ed. Center
Knoxville Global Heritage Initiative: International Indigenous Peoples & Tribes Cultural Center
Knoxville Global Heritage Initiative: International Council of Indigenous Peoples & Tribes
West Kennet Long Barrow Research
Pre-Columbian Research in Alabama
Illustrated Guide to North America Star Forts book
Institute for Natural Philosophy YouTube
Tribal Preservation via Recordings
Indigenous Mounds Research Center
Star Dust Documentary / Series
Children’s Educational Channel & Events
Interdisciplinary Research Team
Friends of the Institute for Natural Philosophy: Official Chapter
Interdisciplinary Research Team
Institute for Natural Philosophy Production Studio Center
Star Forts Worldwide Research Center
Legal & Organizational Structure1
Tennessee State Nonprofit Corporation # 002004158
Internal Revenue Service EIN # 33-3782688
Official 501(c)(3) status granted June 24, 2025.
Institute for Natural Philosophy Board Members
(*) Denotes Founding Trustee
- Phillip James Corbett, Honorary Member
- (*) Guilherme Reis, Board President & Co-Chair
- (*) Ricardo A Calvario, Co-Chair
- (*) Steve A Wilbur, Vice Chair & Secretary
- (*) Chris Finefrock, Treasurer
- Jacqueline Small, Member
- Sarah Smith, Member
- (*) George Sakelaris, Member
- (*) Jeffrey van der Lugt, Member
- Jason Huffman, Member
- Otto Preske, Member
Institute for Natural Philosophy Executive Board Members
- (*) Ricardo A Calvario, Chair
- (*) Guilherme Reis, Vice Chair
- (*) Steve A Wilbur, Member
Select Research Center
Ancient History Research Center
(*) Ricardo A Calvario, Director
Select Committees
Libraries, Museums, and Educational Centers Oversight Committee
- (*) Ricardo A Calvario
- (*) Steve A Wilbur
- Sarah Smith
- Jacqueline Small
Grant Research Committee
- (*) Ricardo A Calvario
- (*) Steve A Wilbur
Registered Agent
(*) Steve A Wilbur
Administrators
President: (*) Ricardo A Calvario
Vice President: (*) Guilherme Reis
Director of Finances: (*) Chris Finefrock
Director of Operations: (*) Steve A Wilbur
Director of Public Relations: Sarah Smith
Director of Cultural Preservation: Jacqueline Small
Director of Ancient Art: (*) George Sakelaris
Creative Director: (*) Jeffery van der Lugt
Please note that all director positions related to the Knoxville Global Heritage Initiative will be listed here as they filled and details of those individuals will be posted on our blog as individual Announcement posts for each position.
Charter, Bylaws and official registration documents are available by email request:
