RIVERQUEST

PITTSBURGH, PA

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RiverQuest is an environmental education organization based in Pittsburgh, PA. It was established in 1995 with a mission to inspire people to explore and understand the rivers of southwestern Pennsylvania. The organization offers opportunities for individuals, families, and groups to engage in a variety of river-based activities and to learn about the history and ecology of the region.

RiverQuest's flagship program is the Explorer riverboat, a 94-foot vessel that can accommodate up to 125 passengers. The boat is equipped with a biology lab, a library, and a variety of educational exhibits that teach visitors about the plants, animals, and ecosystems of the region. RiverQuest also offers a variety of other programs and activities, including river tours, fishing trips, kayaking excursions, and educational workshops.

In addition to its programs for the general public, RiverQuest also works with schools and community organizations to provide educational programs and outreach activities. The organization has a team of trained educators who work with students of all ages to teach them about the importance of rivers and the environment. They also offer professional development workshops for teachers and other educators.

Overall, RiverQuest is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the rivers of southwestern Pennsylvania. Its programs and activities provide unique opportunities to explore and understand the natural and cultural history of the region.

RIVERQUEST is a Science & Technology Museums & Planetarium in PITTSBURGH PA. US MID #8404201242

The museum is classed as SCI (Science & Technology Museums & Planetariums). 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: $ 2,217,364 from tax period 201206 (YYYYMM).

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RIVERQUEST

PITTSBURGH
PA
15233-2310

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RIVERQUEST Information

MID # 8404201242
Name RIVERQUEST
Alternate Name RIVERQUEST
Classification Science & Technology Museums & Planetariums, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 251669347
NTEECC C60
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201206
INCOME 2,217,364
REVENUE 2,217,364
LAT/LONG 40.447773, -80.020525
CODES FIPS State Code: 42
FIPS County Code: 003
US Census Tract: 980600
US Census Block: 1049