FORT ATKINSON FOUNDATION

FORT CALHOUN, NE

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Fort Atkinson Foundation is a non-profit organization located in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska, dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history of Fort Atkinson. The fort was established in 1820 by the U.S. Army and served as a key outpost for the American fur trade in the early 19th century. It was also the site of the first school, library, and newspaper in Nebraska.

The Foundation was established in 1967 and has since worked tirelessly to ensure that the fort remains a significant historical landmark in the state. The Foundation's efforts include maintaining the fort's buildings and grounds, offering educational programs, and hosting events and activities that showcase the history of the area.

One of the Foundation's most popular events is the annual Fort Atkinson Living History Weekend, where visitors can experience life as it was in the 1820s. The weekend features reenactments, demonstrations, and hands-on activities that allow visitors to learn about the daily life of soldiers, traders, and settlers at the fort.

The Foundation also operates a museum on the fort's grounds, which houses artifacts and exhibits related to the fort's history. The museum is open to the public year-round and offers guided tours and educational programming for visitors of all ages.

Overall, the Fort Atkinson Foundation plays an essential role in preserving the history of Nebraska and ensuring that future generations can learn about the state's early settlement and development.

FORT ATKINSON FOUNDATION is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in FORT CALHOUN NE. US MID #8403100141

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

Contact FORT ATKINSON FOUNDATION

FORT ATKINSON FOUNDATION
PO BOX 432
FORT CALHOUN
NE
68023-0432

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FORT ATKINSON FOUNDATION Information

MID # 8403100141
Name FORT ATKINSON FOUNDATION
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 300129728
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201209
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 41.457939, -96.028322
CODES FIPS State Code: 31
FIPS County Code: 177
US Census Tract: 050202
US Census Block: 1062