BANNER ELK HERITAGE FOUNDATION

BANNER ELK, NC

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Banner Elk Heritage Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Banner Elk, North Carolina, dedicated to preserving and promoting the cultural and historical heritage of the town and the surrounding region. The foundation was established in 1993 by a group of local residents who recognized the need to preserve the rich history of the area.

The mission of the Banner Elk Heritage Foundation is to collect, preserve, and interpret the historical and cultural heritage of Banner Elk and the surrounding region. The organization operates several historic sites and cultural attractions, including the Banner House Museum, the Avery County Historical Museum, and the Lees-McRae College Archives.

The Banner House Museum is a restored historic home that serves as a museum showcasing the history of Banner Elk and the surrounding region. The Avery County Historical Museum features exhibits on local history, including the Native American tribes that once inhabited the area, the early settlers, and the development of the local economy. The Lees-McRae College Archives houses a collection of documents, photographs, and artifacts related to the history of the college and the region.

In addition to operating these historic sites, the Banner Elk Heritage Foundation also hosts educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and guided tours. The organization relies on the support of volunteers and donors to continue its important work of preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of Banner Elk and the surrounding region.

BANNER ELK HERITAGE FOUNDATION is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BANNER ELK NC. US MID #8403700384

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

Contact BANNER ELK HERITAGE FOUNDATION

GREATER BANNER ELK HERITAGE FOUNDATION
PO BOX 2049
BANNER ELK
NC
28604-2049

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BANNER ELK HERITAGE FOUNDATION Information

MID # 8403700384
Name GREATER BANNER ELK HERITAGE FOUNDATION
Alternate Name BANNER ELK HERITAGE FOUNDATION
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 431974885
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 36.151514, -81.847164
CODES FIPS State Code: 37
FIPS County Code: 011
US Census Tract: 930100
US Census Block: 1031