RANGELEY LAKES REGION HISTORICAL SOCIETY

RANGELEY, ME

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Founded in 1959, the Rangeley Lakes Region Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of the Rangeley Lakes region of Maine. The society maintains a museum and research center in Rangeley, which houses a collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that illustrate the area's rich history.

The museum features exhibits on the logging industry, hunting and fishing, transportation, and the development of the Rangeley Lakes region as a tourist destination. Visitors can explore displays on Native American history, the arrival of European settlers, and the growth of local communities over time. The research center offers access to genealogical records, historic maps, and other resources for those interested in learning more about the region's history.

In addition to maintaining the museum and research center, the Rangeley Lakes Region Historical Society hosts regular events and programs for the community. These include lectures, workshops, and guided tours of local historic sites. The society also publishes a quarterly newsletter, "The Rangeley Highlander," which features articles on local history and updates on the society's activities.

Overall, the Rangeley Lakes Region Historical Society plays an important role in preserving and promoting the heritage of this iconic Maine region. Through its museum, research center, and community outreach efforts, the society ensures that future generations will be able to appreciate and learn from the area's rich history.

RANGELEY LAKES REGION HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in RANGELEY ME. US MID #8402300456

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 44,716 from tax period 201304 (YYYYMM).

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Contact RANGELEY LAKES REGION HISTORICAL SOCIETY

THE RANGELEY LAKES REGION HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 521
RANGELEY
ME
04970-0521

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RANGELEY LAKES REGION HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID #	8402300456
Name	THE RANGELEY LAKES REGION HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name	RANGELEY LAKES REGION HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	237223622
NTEECC	A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201304
INCOME	52,859
REVENUE	44,716
LAT/LONG	44.952133, -70.638083
CODES	FIPS State Code: 23 FIPS County Code: 007 US Census Tract: 970601 US Census Block: 2164