BURKE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
MORGANTON, NC
The Burke County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Morganton, North Carolina, dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the history and cultural heritage of Burke County. Established in 1954, the society operates a museum that houses a collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that chronicle the history of the county from pre-colonial times to the present day.
The society's main objective is to educate the public about the county's diverse past through various programs and outreach activities. It regularly organizes exhibitions, lectures, and workshops that explore different aspects of local history, such as the county's role in the Revolutionary War, the development of the textile industry, and the lives of prominent citizens.
The Burke County Historical Society also maintains a research library that provides access to a wealth of historical resources for scholars, students, and genealogists. Its collection includes rare books, manuscripts, maps, and newspapers, as well as genealogical records and family histories.
The society is run by a team of dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly to preserve and promote the county's rich heritage. It is funded through donations, memberships, and grants, and welcomes anyone who shares its passion for history and culture to join its efforts.
BURKE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MORGANTON NC. US MID #8403700753
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 BURKE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
THE BURKE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 151
MORGANTON
NC
28655
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BURKE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information
MID # | 8403700753 |
Name | THE BURKE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY |
Alternate Name | BURKE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY |
Classification | Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | 566047486 |
NTEECC | |
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | 201212 |
INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 35.734821, -81.708764 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 37 FIPS County Code: 023 US Census Tract: 021400 US Census Block: 3013 |