GARDEN OF EDEN PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC

GALESVILLE, WI

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The Garden of Eden Preservation Society Inc is a non-profit organization located in Galesville, Wisconsin, dedicated to preserving and maintaining the famous Garden of Eden art environment. The Garden of Eden was created by self-taught artist and sculptor, Samuel P. Johnson, who began building the sculptures and structures on his property in the 1940s.

The Garden of Eden Preservation Society was formed in 1985 by a group of concerned citizens who recognized the importance of preserving this unique art environment. The organization is run by a board of directors and relies on donations and volunteers to maintain and restore the sculptures and structures.

The Garden of Eden is a popular tourist attraction and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The art environment includes over 200 sculptures and structures made from found materials, including glass, concrete, and metal. The sculptures depict a range of themes, including animals, religious figures, and scenes from Johnson's life.

The Garden of Eden Preservation Society offers tours of the art environment and hosts events throughout the year, including an annual sculpture festival. The organization also operates a gift shop on the property, which sells handmade crafts and souvenirs.

Overall, the Garden of Eden Preservation Society Inc is a vital organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the unique art environment created by Samuel P. Johnson.

GARDEN OF EDEN PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in GALESVILLE WI. US MID #8405500450

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 86,120 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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GARDEN OF EDEN PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 443
GALESVILLE
WI
54630-0443

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GARDEN OF EDEN PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC Information

MID # 8405500450
Name GARDEN OF EDEN PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 391409078
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 97,250
REVENUE 86,120
LAT/LONG 44.084896, -91.357122
CODES FIPS State Code: 55
FIPS County Code: 121
US Census Tract: 100800
US Census Block: 3108