HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC

FAIRFAX, VA

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The Historical Society of Fairfax County Inc. is a non-profit organization located in Fairfax, Virginia, which is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Fairfax County. Founded in 1959, the society has been actively involved in collecting, preserving, and exhibiting artifacts and documents related to the county's history.

The society has a vast collection of historical artifacts, manuscripts, and photographs that date back to the early 18th century. Its research library contains books, maps, and other documents that offer insight into the county's past. The society also owns and operates the Fairfax County Courthouse Museum, which is housed in the historic 18th-century Fairfax County Courthouse building. The museum features exhibits that showcase the county's history, including the Civil War, the development of the county's transportation infrastructure, and the lives of its residents.

The Historical Society of Fairfax County Inc. also offers educational programs and events to promote an understanding of the county's history. These programs include field trips, lectures, and workshops that are open to the public. Additionally, the society publishes a quarterly newsletter, The Fairfax County History Commission, which provides updates on its activities and features articles related to the county's history.

Overall, the Historical Society of Fairfax County Inc. serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the history of Fairfax County, and its efforts to preserve and promote the county's heritage are essential to the community's cultural identity.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in FAIRFAX VA. US MID #8405100968

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).

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HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC
PO BOX 415
FAIRFAX
VA
22038

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MID # 8405100968
Name HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 546053479
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 38.852986, -77.333942
CODES FIPS State Code: 51
FIPS County Code: 600
US Census Tract: 300400
US Census Block: 2016