BLAKESBURG HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY
BLAKESBURG, IA
The Blakesburg Historical Preservation Society, located in Blakesburg, Iowa, is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the town and surrounding area. The society was founded in 1984 and has since been actively working to protect and maintain historical buildings and landmarks in the community.
One of the society's main projects is the Blakesburg Historical Museum, which showcases the town's history through exhibits, artifacts, and photographs. The museum is housed in a restored school building dating back to 1915 and features exhibits on local agriculture, industry, and transportation, as well as displays on the town's military history and notable residents.
The society also maintains several historic buildings, including the Blakesburg Opera House, the Blakesburg Schoolhouse, and the Blakesburg Methodist Church. These buildings are open for tours and events throughout the year and serve as important reminders of the town's past.
In addition, the society hosts a variety of community events, such as the annual Blakesburg Heritage Day celebration, which features demonstrations, music, and food, as well as educational programs and lectures on local history.
Overall, the Blakesburg Historical Preservation Society plays a vital role in preserving and celebrating the rich history and culture of the Blakesburg community, ensuring that future generations can appreciate and learn from the town's past.
BLAKESBURG HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BLAKESBURG IA. US MID #8401900580
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).
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BLAKESBURG HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY
PO BOX 183
BLAKESBURG
IA
52536-0183
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BLAKESBURG HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY Information
| MID # | 8401900580 |
| Name | BLAKESBURG HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY |
| Alternate Name | |
| Classification | Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest |
| Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | 421488352 |
| NTEECC | A80 |
| Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | 201212 |
| INCOME | 0 |
| REVENUE | 0 |
| LAT/LONG | 40.964091, -92.621195 |
| CODES | FIPS State Code: 19 FIPS County Code: 179 US Census Tract: 960700 US Census Block: 2032 |