THE OAKLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY

OAKLAND, IA

Pottawattamie County, Iowa, USA Copyright 2016 Juliette L. Gibbs
Pottawattamie County, Iowa, USA Credit: historygirlie

The Oakland Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Oakland, Iowa. Founded in 1989, the society is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Oakland and its surrounding communities. The society operates a museum located in the historic Oakland Opera House, which was built in 1888 and restored by the society in the 1990s. The museum features exhibits on local history, including exhibits on the town’s founding, agriculture, businesses, and notable residents.

The Oakland Historical Society also hosts a variety of events and programs throughout the year, including historical lectures, tours, and special exhibits. The society is run by a board of directors and relies on volunteers and donations to continue its work. The society is committed to preserving the rich history of Oakland and educating the public about the town’s heritage. The museum is open to the public during regular hours and admission is free, though donations are welcome. The Oakland Historical Society is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Oakland and the surrounding area.

THE OAKLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a History Museum in OAKLAND IA. US MID #8401900213

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

Pottawattamie County, Iowa, USA Copyright 2016 Juliette L. Gibbs
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Contact THE OAKLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY

THE OAKLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY
12 MAIN ST
OAKLAND
IA
51560-4066

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THE OAKLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8401900213
Name THE OAKLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification History Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 237455028
NTEECC A54
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201112
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 41.309257, -95.397337
CODES FIPS State Code: 19
FIPS County Code: 155
US Census Tract: 021701
US Census Block: 1100