LECOMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY

LECOMPTON, KS

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The Lecompton Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Lecompton, Kansas. Founded in 1973, the society aims to preserve and promote the history of Lecompton and the surrounding area. The society is housed in the Lecompton Territorial Capital Museum, which was built in 1855 and served as the first official capital of Kansas Territory.

The museum features exhibits on the history of Lecompton and Kansas Territory, including information on the Bleeding Kansas era, the Civil War, and the town's role as a political center in the 1800s. The museum also houses a collection of artifacts and documents related to the town's history, including a replica of the original territorial seal and a collection of antique firearms.

In addition to preserving the town's history, the Lecompton Historical Society also hosts events and educational programs for visitors of all ages. These programs include guided tours of the museum, lectures on local history, and hands-on activities for children. The society also sponsors an annual Civil War reenactment, which brings history to life for visitors and locals alike.

Overall, the Lecompton Historical Society plays an important role in preserving and sharing the rich history of Lecompton and the surrounding area. Its efforts ensure that future generations will be able to learn about and appreciate the town's unique heritage.

LECOMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in LECOMPTON KS. US MID #8402000165

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 119,394 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

'Brown v Board of Education' mural 'Brown v Board of Education' mural (art: Michael Young; 2018) as seen across the Rotunda with legislators scurrying about. Kansas State Capitol (arch:Edward Townsend Mix; 1866-1889; French Renaissance), Topeka KS

'Brown v Board of Education' mural 'Brown v Board of Education' mural (art: Michael Young; 2018), Kansas State Capitol (arch:Edward Townsend Mix; 1866-1889; French Renaissance), Topeka KS

Kansas Capitol Interior of Dome, Kansas State Capitol (arch:Edward Townsend Mix; 1866-1889; French Renaissance), Topeka KS

Kansas State Capitol State Library (with Molly), Kansas State Capitol (arch:Edward Townsend Mix; 1866-1889; French Renaissance), Topeka KS

Kansas State Capitol Senate, Kansas State Capitol (arch:Edward Townsend Mix; 1866-1889; French Renaissance), Topeka KS

Kansas State Capitol Stairs, Kansas State Capitol (arch:Edward Townsend Mix; 1866-1889; French Renaissance), Topeka KS

Contact LECOMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY

LECOMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
2047 E 600TH RD
LECOMPTON
KS
66050-4056

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LECOMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID #	8402000165
Name	LECOMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	237381841
NTEECC	A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201212
INCOME	119,394
REVENUE	119,394
LAT/LONG	39.034648, -95.391206
CODES	FIPS State Code: 20 FIPS County Code: 045 US Census Tract: 001500 US Census Block: 2066