PITTSYLVANIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CHATHAM, VA

former Whitmell School in Pittsylvania County, Virginia
former Whitmell School Credit: Retronaut

The Pittsylvania Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Chatham, Virginia. Founded in 1956, the society is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Pittsylvania County, Virginia. The society's headquarters is located in the historic Chatham Train Station, which was built in 1893 and restored by the society in 1986.

The society holds regular meetings and events, including lectures, tours, and exhibits, to educate the public about the history of the region. The society also operates a research library and archives that contain a wealth of historical documents and artifacts related to Pittsylvania County.

One of the society's main projects is the preservation of historic buildings and landmarks in the county. The society has been involved in the restoration of numerous historic sites, including the Pittsylvania County Courthouse, the Chatham Presbyterian Church, and the Callands Clerk's Office.

The Pittsylvania Historical Society is also actively involved in genealogical research, helping individuals trace their family roots in the region. The society publishes a quarterly newsletter, The Pittsylvania Packet, which contains articles and information about the history of the county.

Overall, the Pittsylvania Historical Society plays an important role in preserving and promoting the rich history of Pittsylvania County, Virginia, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the region's past.

PITTSYLVANIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CHATHAM VA. US MID #8405100630

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 18,554 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Contact PITTSYLVANIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

PITTSYLVANIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 1148
CHATHAM
VA
24531-1148

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PITTSYLVANIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8405100630
Name PITTSYLVANIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name PITTSYLVANIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 541059895
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 21,922
REVENUE 18,554
LAT/LONG 36.831692, -79.430566
CODES FIPS State Code: 51
FIPS County Code: 143
US Census Tract: 010500
US Census Block: 3091