ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

GETTYSBURG, PA

Adams County Historical Society is located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, and is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Adams County. The society was founded in 1888, and its headquarters are located in the Schmucker Memorial Library, which was built in 1939.

The society's collection includes over 100,000 historical artifacts, documents, and photographs that chronicle the history of Adams County and its people. The collection includes rare books, manuscripts, and newspapers, as well as maps, paintings, and other artifacts.

The society's mission is to promote historical education through exhibits, lectures, and educational programs for all ages. The society also operates the Gettysburg Heritage Center, which offers interactive exhibits and multimedia presentations that explore the history of the Battle of Gettysburg.

In addition to its collection and educational programs, the society also offers research services to help individuals and organizations explore their family history or the history of the region. The society's staff is comprised of trained historians, archivists, and volunteers who are committed to preserving and sharing the rich history of Adams County.

ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in GETTYSBURG PA. US MID #8404201022

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: $ 252,440 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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• telephone: 7173344723

ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 4325
GETTYSBURG
PA
17325-4325

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