WILLIAMS GROVE HISTORICAL STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION

MECHANICSBURG, PA

1965 Buick Skylark Sports Roof Station Wagon Carlisle PA fairgrounds car show 2010
1965 Buick Skylark Sports Roof Station Wagon Credit: Hugo-90

The Williams Grove Historical Steam Engine Association is a non-profit organization located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, dedicated to preserving the history of steam engines and other forms of early machinery. The association operates a museum on the grounds of the Williams Grove Amusement Park, which closed in 2005. The museum features a large collection of steam engines, tractors, and other equipment, as well as exhibits on the history of agriculture, transportation, and industry in the region.

The association also hosts several events throughout the year, including an annual Steam Engine and Tractor Show, which draws thousands of visitors from across the country. The show features demonstrations of antique steam engines, tractor pulls, and antique car displays. In addition, the association offers educational programs for school groups and other organizations, as well as workshops on engine restoration and repair.

The Williams Grove Historical Steam Engine Association was founded in 1978 by a group of local steam engine enthusiasts, who recognized the importance of preserving these early machines for future generations. Since then, the association has grown to become one of the largest and most active steam engine organizations in the country, with a membership of over 1,000 individuals and families.

WILLIAMS GROVE HISTORICAL STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MECHANICSBURG PA. US MID #8404200506

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 487,496 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

1965 Buick Skylark Sports Roof Station Wagon Carlisle PA fairgrounds car show 2010
The Stellar Star Barn The following photograph was made of 110 fifteen second exposures using a Canon t2i. A 17-40L Canon lens at 17 mm was used. Each exposure was taken at f/5.0 at ISO 400. The individual exposures were stacked using StarstaX. The star barn is a central Pennsylvania landmark located in Middletown. A subtle bank of fog rolled in during the last few exposures adding a soft glow above the pond.
1957 Chevrolet 210 fuelie Probably not a fuel injected 283 originally. Just noticed no V on the hood, which should indicate an originally six cylinder car. This one won't win a trophy at this Hershey show.
1962 Buick Special station wagon These Specials were probably considered too small for traditional Buick customers. The larger 1964 and later ones were good sellers.
1957 Ford Country Squire AACA Fall Hershey Car Show 2010. So the judges can see everything, front and rear must be open and all windows closed. This event is a big deal.
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1955 Plymouth Belvedere Carlisle Pennsylvania Fairgrounds
1955 Pontiac station wagon Carlisle Pennsylvania Auto Flea Market

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WILLIAMS GROVE HISTORICAL STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION
PO BOX 509
MECHANICSBURG
PA
17055-0509

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WILLIAMS GROVE HISTORICAL STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION Information

MID # 8404200506
Name WILLIAMS GROVE HISTORICAL STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 231952455
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 487,496
REVENUE 487,496
LAT/LONG 40.202223, -77.002764
CODES FIPS State Code: 42
FIPS County Code: 041
US Census Tract: 011601
US Census Block: 4007