FRIENDS OF THE CEMETERY

MINNEAPOLIS, MN

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Friends of the Cemetery is a non-profit organization in Minneapolis, MN that is dedicated to preserving the historical and cultural significance of local cemeteries. Founded in 1999, the organization is made up of volunteers who work tirelessly to maintain and restore the grave sites of notable individuals, veterans, and other important figures buried in the city's cemeteries.

One of the main goals of Friends of the Cemetery is to promote awareness and appreciation of the rich history and cultural diversity of Minneapolis through its cemeteries. The organization conducts tours, educational programs, and community events that highlight the unique stories and contributions of people buried in the cemeteries.

Friends of the Cemetery also collaborates with local government agencies and other community organizations to raise funds for restoration projects and to ensure the long-term preservation of the cemeteries. The organization has successfully restored several historic monuments and grave markers, including those of Civil War soldiers and Native American leaders.

Overall, Friends of the Cemetery plays an important role in preserving the cultural heritage of Minneapolis and ensuring that the stories of its past are not forgotten.

FRIENDS OF THE CEMETERY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MINNEAPOLIS MN. US MID #8402700721

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).

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Minneapolis, Minnesota Minnesota is a midwestern U.S. state bordering Canada and Lake Superior, the largest of the Great Lakes. The state contains more than 10,000 other lakes, including Lake Itasca, the Mississippi River’s primary source.

The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and state capital Saint Paul are dense with cultural landmarks like the Science Museum of Minnesota and the Walker Art Center, a modern art museum.

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FRIENDS OF THE CEMETERY
2731 12TH AVENUE SOUTH
MINNEAPOLIS
MN
55407

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FRIENDS OF THE CEMETERY Information

MID #	8402700721
Name	FRIENDS OF THE CEMETERY
Alternate Name
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	810643063
NTEECC	A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201212
INCOME	0
REVENUE	0
LAT/LONG	44.952499, -93.257548
CODES	FIPS State Code: 27 FIPS County Code: 053 US Census Tract: 125800 US Census Block: 3003