PROSPECT HISTORICAL SOCIETY

PROSPECT, VA

old house in Campbell County, Virginia on Sugar Hill Road (SR 600) — old house in Campbell County, Virginia Credit: Retronaut

Prospect Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Prospect, Virginia that is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the town and surrounding areas. The society was founded in 1992 and is run by a board of directors and volunteers.

The society operates out of the Prospect Community Center, which was once the Prospect School. The building has been restored and now serves as a museum and community gathering place. The museum features exhibits on local history, including artifacts, photographs, and documents. The society also maintains a library and archives that are open to researchers and genealogists.

In addition to preserving local history, the Prospect Historical Society hosts events and programs throughout the year. These include lectures, workshops, and cultural events that celebrate the area's heritage. The society also participates in community events such as the Prospect Christmas Parade and the Prospect Heritage Festival.

Membership in the Prospect Historical Society is open to anyone who shares an interest in local history. Members receive a quarterly newsletter and are invited to participate in society activities. The society relies on donations and fundraising to support its programs and operations.

Overall, the Prospect Historical Society plays an important role in preserving and promoting the history of Prospect, Virginia and the surrounding area. Through its exhibits, events, and outreach efforts, the society helps to ensure that the town's rich heritage is remembered and celebrated for generations to come.

PROSPECT HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in PROSPECT VA. US MID #8405100856

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).

unusual barn in Campbell County, Virginia on Sugar Hill Road (SR 600)

old buildings including an old store in Campbell County, Virginia on Sugar Hill Road (SR 600)

an old store in Campbell County, Virginia on Sugar Hill Road (SR 600)

old schoolhouse / home in Charlotte County, Virginia a rare surviving Charlotte County private school, the Madison Academy, from the antebellum period built in 1838

interior of an old schoolhouse / home in Charlotte County, Virginia, Virginia a rare surviving Charlotte County private school, the Madison Academy, from the antebellum period built in 1838

interior of an old schoolhouse / home in Charlotte County, Virginia a rare surviving Charlotte County private school, the Madison Academy, from the antebellum period built in 1838

Contact PROSPECT HISTORICAL SOCIETY

PROSPECT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 50
PROSPECT
VA
23960-0050

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MID #	8405100856
Name	PROSPECT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	541909020
NTEECC	A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201208
INCOME	0
REVENUE	0
LAT/LONG	37.302237, -78.558322
CODES	FIPS State Code: 51 FIPS County Code: 147 US Census Tract: 930202 US Census Block: 2071