THUNDERBIRD LODGE PRESERVATION SOCIETY

INCLINE VLG, NV

Lake Tahoe panorama This was a pleasant 2½ mile round trip hike up Chickadee Ridge, about a week after the season's first major snow.
Lake Tahoe panorama Credit: simonov

The Thunderbird Lodge Preservation Society is a non-profit organization located in Incline Village, Nevada. Its main objective is to preserve and protect the historic Thunderbird Lodge, a magnificent estate that was built in the 1930s by George Whittell Jr., a millionaire playboy and conservationist.

The Thunderbird Lodge is a unique and impressive piece of architecture, featuring a blend of Native American and Art Deco styles. It is situated on the shores of Lake Tahoe and boasts 6 buildings, including the main house, gatehouse, card house, boathouse, lighthouse, and elephant house. The estate is surrounded by 40 acres of forest and offers stunning views of the lake and mountains.

The Thunderbird Lodge Preservation Society was established in 1972 with the aim of preserving this historic estate for future generations. The society is responsible for the upkeep and restoration of the lodge and its surrounding grounds. It also offers guided tours of the estate, allowing visitors to learn about the history and significance of the Thunderbird Lodge.

In addition to its preservation efforts, the Thunderbird Lodge Preservation Society also hosts a number of events throughout the year, including lectures, concerts, and art exhibitions. These events help to raise awareness and funds for the society's ongoing preservation work.

Overall, the Thunderbird Lodge Preservation Society is a vital organization that is dedicated to protecting one of Nevada's most treasured historic landmarks. Its efforts ensure that the Thunderbird Lodge will continue to inspire and awe visitors for generations to come.

THUNDERBIRD LODGE PRESERVATION SOCIETY is a History Museum in INCLINE VLG NV. US MID #8403200167

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 2,397,767 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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THUNDERBIRD LODGE PRESERVATION SOCIETY
PO BOX 6812
INCLINE VLG
NV
89450-6812

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THUNDERBIRD LODGE PRESERVATION SOCIETY Information

MID # 8403200167
Name THUNDERBIRD LODGE PRESERVATION SOCIETY
Alternate Name THUNDERBIRD LODGE PRESERVATION SOCIETY
Classification History Museums, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 880434866
NTEECC A54
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 2,517,622
REVENUE 2,397,767
LAT/LONG 39.2517, -119.925737
CODES FIPS State Code: 32
FIPS County Code: 031
US Census Tract: 003309
US Census Block: 2014