JACKSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

JACKSON, MI

Bonaparte's Gull (Chroicocephalus philadelphia) 2024-04-28 (2) Bonaparte's Gull (Chroicocephalus philadelphia) - 28 April 2024 - Portage Lake Unit--Waterloo State Rec Area, Waterloo Township, Jackson County, Michigan — Bonaparte's Gull (Chroicocephalus philadelphia) 2024-04-28 (2) Credit: Don Henise

The Jackson County Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the rich history of Jackson, Michigan. Founded in 1920, the society has been collecting and preserving artifacts, documents, and photographs that showcase the region's history for over a century.

The society operates out of the historic Jackson County Museum, which is located in downtown Jackson. The museum features a diverse collection of exhibits that highlight the county's early Native American history, its role in the Underground Railroad, and its contributions to the automotive industry. Visitors can explore the museum's extensive collection of artifacts, including antique cars, farm equipment, and furniture from the 19th and 20th centuries.

The Jackson County Historical Society also offers a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year. These programs include lectures, workshops, and guided tours of the museum and other historic sites throughout the county. The society also maintains a research library and archives that are available to the public for genealogical and historical research.

Overall, the Jackson County Historical Society is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and heritage of Jackson, Michigan. Its commitment to preserving and sharing the county's rich history ensures that future generations will be able to appreciate and learn from the region's past.

JACKSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in JACKSON MI. US MID #8402600479

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

Forster's Tern (Sterna forsteri) 2024-04-28 (27) Forster's Tern (Sterna forsteri) - 28 April 2024 - Portage Lake Unit--Waterloo State Rec Area, Waterloo Township, Jackson County, Michigan

Forster's Tern (Sterna forsteri) 2024-04-28 (30a) Forster's Tern (Sterna forsteri) - 28 April 2024 - Portage Lake Unit--Waterloo State Rec Area, Waterloo Township, Jackson County, Michigan

Spotted Sandpiper (Actitis macularius) 2024-04-19 (3) Spotted Sandpiper (Actitis macularius) - 19 April 2024 - Portage Lake Unit--Wateloo State Rec Area, Waterloo Township, Jackson County, Michigan

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted) (Colaptes auratus luteus) 2024-04-15 (3) Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted) (Colaptes auratus luteus) - 15 April 2024 - Portage Lake Unit--Waterloo St Rec Area, Waterloo Township, Jackson County, Michigan

Brown Thrasher (Toxostoma rufum) 2024-04-15 (4a) Brown Thrasher (Toxostoma rufum) - 15 April 2024 - Riethmiller Road Grassland--Waterloo St Rec Area, Waterloo Township, Jackson County, Michigan

Contact JACKSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

JACKSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
W MICHIGAN AVENUE
JACKSON
MI
49201

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MID #	8402600479
Name	JACKSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	381861466
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201106
INCOME	0
REVENUE	0
LAT/LONG	42.247428, -84.423893
CODES	FIPS State Code: 26 FIPS County Code: 075 US Census Tract: 000500 US Census Block: 1022