CUSTER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CUSTER, SD

Crazy Horse Memorial, Black Hills, South Dakota
Crazy Horse Memorial, Black Hills, South Dakota Credit: Thomas Hawk

The Custer County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Custer, South Dakota. Its mission is to collect, preserve, and share the history of Custer County and the surrounding area. The society was established in 1953 and has since grown to include a museum, research center, and extensive archives.

The museum houses a diverse collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that showcase the history of Custer County. Exhibits highlight the region's Native American cultures, mining and logging industries, and the impact of tourism on the area. The museum also features a replica of a 19th-century general store and a pioneer kitchen.

The research center provides access to a vast collection of historical records, including newspapers, maps, and genealogy resources. The archives contain over 30,000 photographs and manuscripts, dating back to the early 1800s. Visitors can browse the archives by appointment or conduct research remotely through the society's website.

The Custer County Historical Society hosts regular educational programs, including lectures, workshops, and guided tours. The society also collaborates with local schools to provide educational resources and programs for students. Overall, the Custer County Historical Society is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the rich history of the Black Hills region.

CUSTER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CUSTER SD. US MID #8404600069

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 57,851 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Contact CUSTER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CUSTER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 826
CUSTER
SD
57730-0826

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CUSTER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8404600069
Name CUSTER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 237412305
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 60,088
REVENUE 57,851
LAT/LONG 43.767133, -103.601821
CODES FIPS State Code: 46
FIPS County Code: 033
US Census Tract: 965200
US Census Block: 2050