BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOC
SAUK RAPIDS, MN
The Benton County Historical Society is a nonprofit organization located in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota. Founded in 1909, the society's mission is to collect, preserve, and share the history of Benton County with the community. The society operates a museum, archives, and library that feature exhibits, artifacts, and documents related to the county's history.
The museum's collection includes more than 16,000 artifacts, ranging from Native American artifacts to 20th-century household items. Visitors can explore the history of Benton County through exhibits on topics such as the railroad, the brewing industry, and the county's agricultural heritage. The archives and library contain a wealth of historical documents, including photographs, newspapers, and manuscripts that are available for research by appointment.
In addition to preserving and sharing the county's history, the society also offers educational programming to the community. The society regularly hosts events, lectures, and tours for visitors of all ages. They also offer resources and support to local schools and educators, helping to incorporate local history into the classroom.
Overall, the Benton County Historical Society is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Benton County and the surrounding area. Through its museum, archives, and educational programming, the society works to ensure that the county's rich history is preserved and celebrated for generations to come.
BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in SAUK RAPIDS MN. US MID #8402700118
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).
Contact BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOC
- telephone: 3202539614
BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOC
218 1ST ST N
SAUK RAPIDS
MN
56379
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BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOC Information
| MID # | 8402700118 |
| Name | BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOC |
| Alternate Name | |
| Classification | Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest |
| Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | |
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| Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | |
| INCOME | 0 |
| REVENUE | 0 |
| LAT/LONG | 45.610487, -94.142816 |
| CODES | FIPS State Code: 27 FIPS County Code: 009 US Census Tract: 021102 US Census Block: 2040 |