WESTERLY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

WESTERLY, RI

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The Westerly Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Westerly, Rhode Island, dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of the town and its people. Established in 1937, the society operates a museum and research center that contains a vast collection of historical artifacts, documents, and photographs related to Westerly's past.

The museum features a variety of exhibits that showcase the town's rich history, including displays on the Native American settlements that once inhabited the area, the town's role in the American Revolution, and the rise of the local granite industry. The research center is open to the public and provides access to a wealth of resources, including genealogical records, maps, and newspapers.

The Westerly Historical Society also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and special exhibits. The society's mission is to educate the public about Westerly's history and to promote an appreciation for the town's cultural heritage. The society is run by a dedicated group of volunteers who are committed to preserving and sharing the town's rich history for generations to come.

WESTERLY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in WESTERLY RI. US MID #8404400072

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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Contact WESTERLY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

WESTERLY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 91
WESTERLY
RI
02891

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MID # 8404400072
Name WESTERLY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 050392060
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 41.356046, -71.808894
CODES FIPS State Code: 44
FIPS County Code: 009
US Census Tract: 050802
US Census Block: 2000