FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

COLUMBUS, OH

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The Franklin County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1949, it is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of Franklin County and its surrounding areas.

The society operates two museums, the Ohio Village and the Kelton House Museum and Garden, both of which offer visitors an immersive experience of life in the 19th century. The Ohio Village is a recreated 19th-century village, complete with a schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, and general store. Visitors can interact with costumed interpreters and experience what life was like in Ohio during the mid-1800s.

The Kelton House Museum and Garden is a restored Victorian-era home built in 1852. The museum features exhibits on the Underground Railroad and the abolitionist movement in Ohio. It also has a beautiful garden that visitors can explore.

The Franklin County Historical Society also maintains an extensive collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents related to the history of Franklin County. The collection is available for research and study by scholars, students, and the general public.

In addition to its museums and collections, the society also sponsors lectures, workshops, and other events related to the history of Franklin County. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of this part of Ohio.

FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in COLUMBUS OH. US MID #8403900842

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: $ 17,791,924 from tax period 201206 (YYYYMM).

Contact FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
333 W BROAD ST
COLUMBUS
OH
43215-2738

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FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8403900842
Name FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 314383802
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201206
INCOME 17,864,143
REVENUE 17,791,924
LAT/LONG 39.964688, -83.003623
CODES FIPS State Code: 39
FIPS County Code: 049
US Census Tract: 004200
US Census Block: 1007