HISTORICAL SOCIETY

TONAWANDA, NY

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The Tonawanda Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Tonawanda, New York. It was founded in 1936 with the mission of preserving and promoting the history of Tonawanda and the surrounding area. The society is housed in a historic building, which was once the home of the city's first mayor, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Society's collection includes over 10,000 artifacts, photographs, and documents, which are used to educate visitors and residents about the rich history of Tonawanda. Some of the notable exhibits include artifacts from the city's early industries such as lumber, paper, and shipping, as well as displays showcasing the city's role in the Underground Railroad.

In addition to its exhibits, the Tonawanda Historical Society offers educational programs and events throughout the year. These include lectures, tours, and workshops on topics related to local history. The society also maintains a research library, which is open to the public and contains a wealth of information on the city's history and genealogy.

Overall, the Tonawanda Historical Society serves as an important resource for preserving and sharing the history of Tonawanda and the surrounding area. Its dedicated staff and volunteers work tirelessly to ensure that the city's rich cultural heritage is celebrated and preserved for future generations.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in TONAWANDA NY. US MID #8403601945

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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 36,031 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE TONAWANDAS INC
113 MAIN ST
TONAWANDA
NY
14150-2129

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HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8403601945
Name HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE TONAWANDAS INC
Alternate Name HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 237131664
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 44,186
REVENUE 36,031
LAT/LONG 43.017318, -78.87871
CODES FIPS State Code: 36
FIPS County Code: 029
US Census Tract: 007700
US Census Block: 1023