DOUGLAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SCTY

OMAHA, NE

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The Douglas County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Omaha, Nebraska. It was founded in 1938 with a mission to preserve and promote the history of Douglas County and the surrounding areas. The society manages several properties, including the General Crook House Museum, the Pioneer Cemetery, and the historic log cabin at the Mormon Pioneer Cemetery.

The General Crook House Museum is a two-story brick mansion built in 1879 that served as the residence of General George Crook, a prominent military figure in the American Indian Wars. The museum is open to the public and features exhibits and artifacts related to General Crook's life and military career, as well as the history of Omaha and the surrounding region.

The Pioneer Cemetery is one of the oldest cemeteries in Omaha and contains the graves of many early settlers and pioneers of the area. The society has restored and preserved the cemetery, which is now open to visitors.

The historic log cabin at the Mormon Pioneer Cemetery is a 19th-century structure that was used as a residence by early settlers in the area. It has been restored and furnished with period-appropriate items to give visitors a glimpse into what life was like for early pioneers in Nebraska.

The Douglas County Historical Society offers educational programs, events, and exhibits throughout the year to promote the history and heritage of the region. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Omaha and the surrounding area.

DOUGLAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SCTY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in OMAHA NE. US MID #8403100178

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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 335,070 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Contact DOUGLAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SCTY

DOUGLAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
5730 N 30TH ST 11B
OMAHA
NE
68111-1600

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DOUGLAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SCTY Information

MID # 8403100178
Name DOUGLAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name DOUGLAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SCTY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 470467467
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 337,452
REVENUE 335,070
LAT/LONG 41.310562, -95.956567
CODES FIPS State Code: 31
FIPS County Code: 055
US Census Tract: 000300
US Census Block: 2009