CHANUTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CHANUTE, KS

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The Chanute Historical Society is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to preserving the history of the city of Chanute, Kansas. The society was founded in 1963, and over the years, it has collected a wealth of artifacts and documents that tell the story of the city's past.

The society's headquarters is located in the Chanute Historical Museum, which is housed in a historic building that was once used as a post office. The museum contains exhibits on various aspects of Chanute's history, including the city's early settlers, its railroad heritage, and its contributions to aviation history.

In addition to the museum, the Chanute Historical Society also operates the Martin and Osa Johnson Safari Museum, which is dedicated to the famous explorers who hailed from Chanute. The Safari Museum contains a collection of artifacts and memorabilia from the Johnsons' expeditions, as well as exhibits on African wildlife and cultures.

The Chanute Historical Society also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and special exhibits. The society is run by a board of directors and is supported by a dedicated group of volunteers who are committed to preserving the history of Chanute for future generations.

CHANUTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CHANUTE KS. US MID #8402000492

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

Contact CHANUTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CHANUTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 259
CHANUTE
KS
66720-0259

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CHANUTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8402000492
Name CHANUTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 481247176
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 37.669681, -95.457734
CODES FIPS State Code: 20
FIPS County Code: 133
US Census Tract: 951800
US Census Block: 4021