ROCKCASTLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

MOUNT VERNON, KY

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This is the edge of Appalachia from the last of the Eastern Kentucky mountains at The Pinnacles, looking down west into farmland, otherwise known as the bluegrass region of Central Kentucky. 

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The Rockcastle County Historical Society Inc. in Mount Vernon, Kentucky was founded in 1963. It was established to preserve and promote the history of the area. The society strives to achieve its mission by collecting, preserving and disseminating information on the history of Rockcastle County, Kentucky.

The society is governed by a ten-member Board of Directors, elected by the membership at its annual meeting. The Board of Directors is responsible for the overall operation and direction of the society. The day-to-day operation is managed by an Executive Director and staff.

The society has an active membership of over 200 individuals and organizations. It owns and operates the Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site. The property includes the original log meetinghouse built in 1799, a restored log cemetery, and a restored log schoolhouse dating to 1822.

The society is actively involved in a variety of projects including historical marker programs, educational programs and special events. It also works to support a variety of efforts to preserve and promote the history of Rockcastle County.

In addition to its mission to serve Rockcastle County, the society also works to strengthen its relationship with local, regional and state organizations. It has formed strong partnerships with various other historical organizations and state agencies in order to further its mission.

The Rockcastle County Historical Society Inc. is a vital part of the local community and its mission to promote the history of the area is invaluable. It is an important resource for both locals and visitors alike, providing them with a unique opportunity to learn more about the area’s rich history.

ROCKCASTLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MOUNT VERNON KY. US MID #8402100313

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

Contact ROCKCASTLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

ROCKCASTLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 930
MOUNT VERNON
KY
40456

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ROCKCASTLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC Information

MID # 8402100313
Name ROCKCASTLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 611141651
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201106
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 37.359059, -84.338099
CODES FIPS State Code: 21
FIPS County Code: 203
US Census Tract: 950200
US Census Block: 3060