CLAY TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL

GREENS FORK, IN

Thistlewaite Falls Thislewaite Falls is located in Richmond, Indiana. The colocated historical marker says: "On this site in 1854, Timothy Thistlewaite and his brother-in-law Joseph Ratliff dammed the water of the river with the use of farm teams, placing large boulders at the bottom of the earth and stone fill in the river channel; this changed the course of the river to flow into a new channel over a rocky ledge forming Thistlewaite Falls... Mr. Thistlewaite's saw mill at this site was placed at the edge of the falls over a shoulder of rock and near the bull wheel... The 47' fall from the falls allowed Timothy's development of several mills..." See More: <a href="https://www.howderfamily.com/travel/index.html" rel="noreferrer nofollow">Howder Travel Adventures</a>
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Clay Township Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Greens Fork, Indiana. The society was founded in 2002 with the mission of preserving and sharing the history of Clay Township and the surrounding areas. The society operates out of a historic building that was once the home of the Greens Fork High School.

The building has been renovated to house a museum that features exhibits on local history, including artifacts relating to agriculture, industry, and daily life. The museum also has a collection of photographs, documents, and newspapers that chronicle the area's history. Visitors are welcome to browse the exhibits and learn about the people and events that helped shape the community.

In addition to the museum, the Clay Township Historical Society offers educational programs and events throughout the year. These include workshops, lectures, and demonstrations on topics such as quilting, blacksmithing, and farming. The society also hosts an annual Christmas open house, as well as a summer festival that features live music, food, and historical reenactments.

Overall, the Clay Township Historical Society is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Greens Fork and Clay Township. With its museum exhibits, educational programs, and community events, the society plays an important role in preserving and sharing the area's rich cultural heritage.

CLAY TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in GREENS FORK IN. US MID #8401800577

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 15,299 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Thistlewaite Falls Thislewaite Falls is located in Richmond, Indiana. The colocated historical marker says: "On this site in 1854, Timothy Thistlewaite and his brother-in-law Joseph Ratliff dammed the water of the river with the use of farm teams, placing large boulders at the bottom of the earth and stone fill in the river channel; this changed the course of the river to flow into a new channel over a rocky ledge forming Thistlewaite Falls... Mr. Thistlewaite's saw mill at this site was placed at the edge of the falls over a shoulder of rock and near the bull wheel... The 47' fall from the falls allowed Timothy's development of several mills..." See More: <a href="https://www.howderfamily.com/travel/index.html" rel="noreferrer nofollow">Howder Travel Adventures</a>
Hoosier Hill Hoosier Hill is the highest point of elevation in the state of Indiana, at 1,257 feet. It's actually rather difficult to distinguish it from the surrounding landscape. See More: <a href="https://www.howderfamily.com/travel/index.html" rel="noreferrer nofollow">Howder Travel Adventures</a>
Hoosier Hill Hoosier Hill is the highest point of elevation in the state of Indiana, at 1,257 feet. It's actually rather difficult to distinguish it from the surrounding landscape. See More: <a href="https://www.howderfamily.com/travel/index.html" rel="noreferrer nofollow">Howder Travel Adventures</a>
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Contact CLAY TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL

CLAY TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL & PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 5
GREENS FORK
IN
47345-9200

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MID # 8401800577
Name CLAY TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL & PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name CLAY TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 352065377
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 15,299
REVENUE 15,299
LAT/LONG 39.888384, -85.04448
CODES FIPS State Code: 18
FIPS County Code: 177
US Census Tract: 010300
US Census Block: 3059