GREATER ELMER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

ELMER, NJ

The Greater Elmer Area Historical Society is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to preserving the history of Elmer, New Jersey, and its surrounding areas. Founded in 1990, the society serves as a resource for the community, offering educational programs, exhibits, and events that highlight the region's rich cultural heritage.

The society's headquarters is located in the historic Elmer Train Station, which was built in 1901 and now serves as a museum and community center. The museum features exhibits on local history, including displays on Elmer's agricultural and industrial heritage, the town's role in the Underground Railroad, and the lives of notable local figures such as artist Horace Pippin and inventor William Ewing.

In addition to its museum, the society sponsors a variety of programs and events throughout the year. These include lectures, walking tours, and historic reenactments, as well as special events like the annual Elmer Heritage Day celebration.

The Greater Elmer Area Historical Society is run by a dedicated group of volunteers and relies on community support to continue its mission of preserving and sharing local history. Visitors and members are always welcome to stop by the museum, attend events, or become involved in the society's activities.

GREATER ELMER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ELMER NJ. US MID #8403400658

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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GREATER ELMER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
21 STATE STREET
ELMER
NJ
08318

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GREATER ELMER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8403400658
Name GREATER ELMER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 272627326
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 39.5936, -75.171173
CODES FIPS State Code: 34
FIPS County Code: 033
US Census Tract: 021000
US Census Block: 1016