WELLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

WELLS, MN

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Wells Historical Society Inc is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Wells, Minnesota. Established in 1979, the society has been actively involved in collecting, preserving, and sharing the rich history of the town and its surrounding areas.

The society operates a museum located in the former Wells Depot building. The museum houses a vast collection of artifacts and exhibits that depict the town's history, including photographs, documents, and memorabilia from the early settlers to the present day. The museum also features a gift shop that sells books, souvenirs, and locally-made crafts.

The Wells Historical Society Inc also sponsors a variety of educational and cultural programs throughout the year. These programs include historical tours of the town, guest speakers, and special events that celebrate the town's heritage.

Membership to the society is open to anyone interested in supporting its mission of preserving the town's history. Members receive regular newsletters, invitations to special events, and discounts on museum admission and gift shop purchases.

Overall, Wells Historical Society Inc is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the history of Wells, Minnesota, and the surrounding area.

WELLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in WELLS MN. US MID #8402700508

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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 200,774 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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Jolly Green Giant Plaque erected on August 22, 1979 Jolly Green Giant Park @ Blue Earth, Minnesota
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Little Sprout statue in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.
Little Sprout statue in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.
Little Sprout statue in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.
Little Sprout statue in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.
Vintage can of Green Giant peas at The Giant Welcome Center and Museum in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.
Sprout potholder at The Giant Welcome Center and Museum in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.
Green Giant football at The Giant Welcome Center and Museum in Blue Earth, Minnesota Please attribute to Lorie Shaull if used elsewhere.

Contact WELLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

WELLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 43
WELLS
MN
56097-0043

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MID # 8402700508
Name WELLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 411760561
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 200,774
REVENUE 200,774
LAT/LONG 43.735523, -93.727502
CODES FIPS State Code: 27
FIPS County Code: 043
US Census Tract: 460600
US Census Block: 3039