RHODE ISLAND REDS HERITAGE SOCIETY

BARRINGTON, RI

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The Rhode Island Reds Heritage Society is a non-profit organization located in Barrington, Rhode Island. It was founded in 1977 with the aim of preserving and promoting the history and legacy of the Rhode Island Red chicken breed, which has been an important part of the state's agricultural heritage for over a century.

The society's headquarters is located at the historic Haffenreffer-Van Wickle Farm, which has been designated as a Rhode Island State Historic Landmark. The site features a museum displaying artifacts, archival materials, and photographs related to the history of the Rhode Island Red breed. The society also maintains a library and research center where visitors can learn more about the breed's origins, development, and contribution to the local economy.

In addition to preserving the breed's history, the Rhode Island Reds Heritage Society also promotes the breed's continued existence as a viable agricultural resource. The society works to educate the public about the benefits of raising Rhode Island Reds, and provides support and resources to breeders and farmers who are interested in working with the breed.

Overall, the Rhode Island Reds Heritage Society plays an important role in preserving and promoting one of Rhode Island's most significant agricultural legacies. Its efforts help to ensure that the Rhode Island Red breed remains a vital part of the state's cultural heritage for generations to come.

RHODE ISLAND REDS HERITAGE SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BARRINGTON RI. US MID #8404400189

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: $ 31,458 from tax period 201210 (YYYYMM).

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RHODE ISLAND REDS HERITAGE SOCIETY
PO BOX 167
BARRINGTON
RI
02806-0167

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RHODE ISLAND REDS HERITAGE SOCIETY Information

MID # 8404400189
Name RHODE ISLAND REDS HERITAGE SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 300130064
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201210
INCOME 64,538
REVENUE 31,458
LAT/LONG 41.74091, -71.318094
CODES FIPS State Code: 44
FIPS County Code: 001
US Census Tract: 030200
US Census Block: 2016