MITCHELL AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

MITCHELL, SD

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The Mitchell Area Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the Mitchell area in South Dakota. Founded in 1978, the society operates a museum and research center that showcases artifacts, exhibits, and archives related to the region's past.

Located in downtown Mitchell, the museum features permanent exhibits showcasing the city's early days, including a pioneer kitchen, a one-room schoolhouse, and a replica of an early 20th-century drugstore. The museum also features rotating exhibits highlighting different aspects of the area's history, such as local military service, agriculture, and industry.

The research center offers access to archives, photographs, and other historical documents related to the Mitchell area. The center is staffed by knowledgeable volunteers who are available to assist with research inquiries and provide guidance on genealogy and local history.

In addition to its museum and research center, the Mitchell Area Historical Society sponsors educational programs, special events, and tours of historic sites in the area. The society also publishes a quarterly newsletter that highlights local history and upcoming events.

Overall, the Mitchell Area Historical Society is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Mitchell area and the surrounding region. Its museum, research center, and educational programs help to preserve and share the rich history of this vibrant community.

MITCHELL AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MITCHELL SD. US MID #8404600166

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: $ 35,567 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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MITCHELL AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
119 W 3RD AVE
MITCHELL
SD
57301-3410

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MITCHELL AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8404600166
Name MITCHELL AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 460412822
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 35,891
REVENUE 35,567
LAT/LONG 43.711442, -98.025098
CODES FIPS State Code: 46
FIPS County Code: 035
US Census Tract: 962800
US Census Block: 3037