FREETOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY

ASSONET, MA

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The Freetown Historical Society is a non-profit organization based in Assonet, Massachusetts. Founded in 1972, the Freetown Historical Society (FHS) is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history of the area. The FHS is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and interpreting the history of Freetown, Massachusetts, and the surrounding area. FHS is committed to engaging the community in the exploration of history through educational programs, publications, lectures, and other activities.

The FHS offers a wide range of activities, from monthly meetings to annual events. Members meet monthly to discuss local history, and the society hosts a variety of educational programs throughout the year. The FHS also holds an annual fair and yard sale, which features local vendors and antique dealers.

The FHS maintains an extensive collection of historical artifacts, documents, photographs, and other materials related to Freetown and the surrounding area. These items are available to the public through the FHS library and archives. The FHS also offers access to its research library, which includes books, maps, and other resources.

The FHS is actively involved in the preservation of historic structures in Freetown and the surrounding area. The society works with local government, citizens, and organizations to develop and implement preservation plans. The FHS also provides grants and technical advice to assist with the preservation and restoration of historic structures.

In addition to its preservation efforts, the FHS also works to educate the public about the history of Freetown and the surrounding area. The FHS works with local schools to develop educational programs and to provide resources to teachers and students. The FHS also publishes books and pamphlets about the history of the area, and hosts lectures and other events.

The FHS is a vital resource for the community, providing a wealth of knowledge about Freetown’s rich history and culture. Through its efforts, the FHS helps to ensure

FREETOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ASSONET MA. US MID #8402500857

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: $ 91,743 from tax period 201304 (YYYYMM).

Contact FREETOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY

FREETOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 253
ASSONET
MA
02702-0253

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FREETOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8402500857
Name FREETOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name FREETOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 237080741
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201304
INCOME 401,606
REVENUE 91,743
LAT/LONG 41.794195, -71.059231
CODES FIPS State Code: 25
FIPS County Code: 005
US Census Tract: 617101
US Census Block: 4042