PORTAGE LAKES HISTORICAL SOCIETY

AKRON, OH

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The Portage Lakes Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Akron, Ohio, dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history and culture of the area. Founded in 1983, the society has focused on collecting, preserving, and interpreting the history of the Portage Lakes region, which includes the villages of New Portage and Nimisila. The society has a vast collection of artifacts and archival materials, including photographs, documents, postcards, and maps.

The organization works to promote the history and heritage of the area through educational programs, public events, and activities. It also offers a museum, a research library, and a reference room for local history research. The museum features artifacts, photographs, and historic documents that tell the story of the region’s past. The research library contains books, magazines, and other publications related to the history of the Portage Lakes area. The society also offers a variety of programs and events throughout the year, such as lectures, field trips, and workshops.

The society’s mission is to preserve and promote the history and heritage of the Portage Lakes region for present and future generations. It works to raise awareness of the region’s history, to create a sense of community, and to encourage civic pride. The organization also serves as a resource for local teachers and students, providing educational materials and activities to help foster an understanding of the area’s history. The Portage Lakes Historical Society is committed to preserving and celebrating the region’s rich history and heritage.

PORTAGE LAKES HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in AKRON OH. US MID #8403901412

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).

Contact PORTAGE LAKES HISTORICAL SOCIETY

PORTAGE LAKES HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 19172
AKRON
OH
44319

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PORTAGE LAKES HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8403901412
Name PORTAGE LAKES HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 800603886
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 40.987129, -81.532988
CODES FIPS State Code: 39
FIPS County Code: 153
US Census Tract: 531601
US Census Block: 1002