BELLE PLAINE AREA MUSEUM
BELLE PLAINE, IA

The Belle Plaine Area Museum is located in Belle Plaine, Iowa and serves as a repository for the area's history. The museum is housed in a former Carnegie Library building, which was constructed in 1906 and served as a library until 1991. The building was then renovated and converted into a museum.
The museum's collection includes a variety of artifacts and exhibits that showcase the region's history. Visitors can explore displays featuring Native American artifacts, pioneer tools and equipment, and items related to the area's agricultural heritage. The museum also has exhibits dedicated to local businesses, schools, and churches, as well as a display of military memorabilia.
One of the museum's most popular exhibits is the "One Room Schoolhouse," which recreates a typical rural classroom from the early 20th century. Visitors can sit at desks and learn about the challenges faced by both teachers and students during this time period.
In addition to its exhibits, the Belle Plaine Area Museum also hosts a variety of events throughout the year. These include lectures, workshops, and special exhibits that highlight different aspects of local history. The museum is operated by the Belle Plaine Historical Society and is open to the public year-round, with free admission.
BELLE PLAINE AREA MUSEUM is a History Museum in BELLE PLAINE IA. US MID #8401900602
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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 44,365 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).
Contact BELLE PLAINE AREA MUSEUM
- telephone: 3194346458
BELLE PLAINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 151
BELLE PLAINE
IA
52208-1710
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MID # | 8401900602 |
Name | BELLE PLAINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC |
Alternate Name | BELLE PLAINE AREA MUSEUM |
Classification | History Museums, , Midwest |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | 421510417 |
NTEECC | A54 |
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | 201212 |
INCOME | 44,365 |
REVENUE | 44,365 |
LAT/LONG | 41.894739, -92.27495 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 19 FIPS County Code: 011 US Census Tract: 960700 US Census Block: 3039 |