CLINTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CLINTON, IA

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The Clinton County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Clinton, Iowa, dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Clinton County. The society was founded in 1967 and has since grown to become a valuable resource for local residents and visitors alike.

The society operates a museum that showcases artifacts and exhibits related to the history of Clinton County, including displays on agriculture, industry, and transportation. Visitors can also view a collection of historic photographs, documents, and other items that provide a glimpse into the area's past.

In addition to its museum, the Clinton County Historical Society hosts a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and tours. The society also maintains an extensive archives and research library that is open to the public.

The Clinton County Historical Society is run by a dedicated team of volunteers and staff who are passionate about preserving the area's rich history. Whether you're a lifelong resident of Clinton County or simply interested in learning more about the region, the society is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history and culture.

CLINTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CLINTON IA. US MID #8401900175

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: $ 27,516 from tax period 201112 (YYYYMM).

Soaked at Sabula The CP2816s trek across Illinois was fraught with chasers, pacers, and entirely too much rain. Calling yesterdays chase eventful was an understatement, with dozens upon dozens of folks out chasing the thing - some even crashing on the way! Huge photo lines formed in dozens of places, but the biggest was almost certainly the bridge at Sabula, home to a massive Mississippi River-spanning swing bridge. The 2816 took some 45 minutes in Savanna, back in Illinois, to do some routine maintenance and further inspection on the pilot after they had reportedly hit a tree back at Byron. This gave us and many others ample time to crowd around Sabula, Iowa's only island town!

This former Milwaukee Road swing bridge is an impressive structure. Built in 1906, with some rebuilt in 1930, this fascinating work of engineering drew a huge crowd of photographers despite the rain. Rain had been plaguing the chase all day, and while it was far from showers or storms, a light rain for 45+ minutes will definitely pretty well soak you, your clothes, and your camera equipment. I quickly ran out of dry areas to wipe the lens of my camera off, as did many others... Despite how cold and wet most of us were by the end of the wait, the incredible sight and sound of the 1930 Canadian steam locomotive made the wait well worth it. This was the shot we had been hoping for all day, and suffice to say, I was very happy to have it in hand.

Out of a very long day, this was definitely a stand out moment. What a train, what a bridge, what a day!

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Contact CLINTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

telephone: 5632421201

CLINTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 2435
CLINTON
IA
52733-2435

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MID #	8401900175
Name	CLINTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name	CLINTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	237064157
NTEECC	A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201112
INCOME	30,882
REVENUE	27,516
LAT/LONG	41.843235, -90.185789
CODES	FIPS State Code: 19 FIPS County Code: 045 US Census Tract: 000100 US Census Block: 3003