JOHNSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY

JOHNSTON, RI

The Johnston Historical Society is a non-profit organization established in 1963 to promote and preserve the history of Johnston, Rhode Island. The society collects, preserves, and showcases artifacts, documents, and photographs related to the town's rich history.

The Johnston Historical Society operates out of the Elijah Angell House, a historic building in the heart of the town. The house was built in 1767 and served as a tavern, a post office, and a family home before being donated to the society in 1974. The society has since restored the house to its original condition and opened it to the public as a museum.

The museum features exhibits that showcase Johnston's history, including displays on local industries such as textiles and farming, as well as exhibits on notable residents and landmarks. The society also hosts educational programs, lectures, and tours for visitors of all ages.

The Johnston Historical Society is run by a board of directors and relies on donations and memberships to support its operations. The society welcomes volunteers and encourages anyone with an interest in history to get involved.

JOHNSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in JOHNSTON RI. US MID #8404400147

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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 85,423 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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• telephone: 4012313380
• website: http://www.johnstonhistorical.org

JOHNSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
101 PUTNAM PIKE
JOHNSTON
RI
02919-2075

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