KNOX COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

MOUNT VERNON, OH

Mount Vernon - McKinley Building (OHPTC)
Mount Vernon - McKinley Building (OHPTC) Credit: Ohio Redevelopment Projects - ODSA

Knox County Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Knox County, Ohio. It was founded in 1930 and is located in Mount Vernon, Ohio. The society is home to a museum, which showcases artifacts and exhibits related to the history of the county.

The museum's collection includes items such as the original jail door from the Knox County Jail, a Civil War-era cannon, and a replica of a log cabin. The museum also features exhibits on the history of the county's agriculture, industry, and transportation.

The society also operates the Woodward Opera House, which is the oldest authentic 19th-century opera house in the United States. The opera house hosts a variety of events, including concerts, plays, and lectures.

In addition to its museum and opera house, the Knox County Historical Society offers a variety of educational programs, including walking tours, lectures, and workshops. The society also maintains a library and archives, which contain a wealth of information on the history of Knox County.

Overall, the Knox County Historical Society plays an important role in preserving and promoting the rich history of Knox County, Ohio. Its museum, opera house, educational programs, and archives are valuable resources for anyone interested in learning about the county's past.

KNOX COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MOUNT VERNON OH. US MID #8403900533

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 34,150 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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Contact KNOX COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

KNOX COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 522
MOUNT VERNON
OH
43050-0522

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KNOX COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8403900533
Name KNOX COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name KNOX COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 310896419
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 77,458
REVENUE 34,150
LAT/LONG 40.390623, -82.480277
CODES FIPS State Code: 39
FIPS County Code: 083
US Census Tract: 007500
US Census Block: 4030