WOONSOCKET HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETY

WOONSOCKET, RI

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The Woonsocket Historical and Preservation Society is a non-profit organization located in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. It was established in 1969 with the aim of preserving and promoting the history and culture of the city. The society's headquarters is located in the historic Hanora Mills building, which was once a textile mill and now serves as a museum.

The society's mission is to collect, preserve, and showcase artifacts, photographs, and documents related to the history of Woonsocket. The museum features exhibits on the city's early settlers, the industrial revolution, and the impact of the textile industry on the community. It also has a research library that contains a vast collection of books, maps, and genealogical records.

In addition to preserving the city's history, the society also organizes educational programs and events for the community. These programs include lectures, workshops, and walking tours of historic sites. The society also collaborates with local schools to promote history education among students.

Overall, the Woonsocket Historical and Preservation Society plays a vital role in preserving and promoting the rich history and culture of Woonsocket, Rhode Island. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers, students, and the community at large.

WOONSOCKET HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in WOONSOCKET RI. US MID #8404400190

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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THE WOONSOCKET HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETY
42 SOUTH MAIN ST GARDEN LEVEL
WOONSOCKET
RI
2895

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WOONSOCKET HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETY Information

MID # 8404400190
Name THE WOONSOCKET HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETY
Alternate Name WOONSOCKET HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 300222119
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201112
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 42.001301, -71.515655
CODES FIPS State Code: 44
FIPS County Code: 007
US Census Tract: 017900
US Census Block: 1001