WESTPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY

WESTPORT, NY

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The Westport Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in the town of Westport, New York. Founded in 1927, the society's mission is to preserve and promote the history and heritage of the town and surrounding area. The society operates a museum, which features exhibits on the town's past, including its early settlers, industries, and historic buildings.

The museum is housed in an 1815 Federal-style building, which was once the town's jail and courthouse. The building was restored in the 1970s and now serves as a community gathering place for lectures, concerts, and other events. The museum's collection includes photographs, maps, documents, and artifacts related to the town's history.

In addition to its museum, the Westport Historical Society sponsors educational programs for children and adults, including lectures, workshops, and field trips. The society also works to preserve historic buildings and sites in the town, and has been involved in the restoration of several local landmarks.

Overall, the Westport Historical Society is an important resource for residents and visitors alike, providing a glimpse into the town's rich history and cultural heritage.

WESTPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in WESTPORT NY. US MID #8403601797

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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WESTPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 446
WESTPORT
NY
12993

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WESTPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8403601797
Name WESTPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 222359658
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201012
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 44.204797, -73.447644
CODES FIPS State Code: 36
FIPS County Code: 031
US Census Tract: 960900
US Census Block: 4069