FOREST COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEOLOGICAL SOCIETY

CRANDON, WI

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The Forest County Historical & Genealogical Society is a non-profit organization located in Crandon, Wisconsin that is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Forest County and its surrounding areas. The society was established in 1968 and is run by a board of directors and a team of volunteers.

The society's main attraction is its museum, which houses a collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that tell the story of Forest County's past. The museum features exhibits on the region's logging industry, Native American history, and the impact of the railroad on the area. Visitors can also explore a recreated pioneer cabin and a schoolhouse from the early 20th century.

In addition to the museum, the society offers genealogy research services for those looking to trace their family history in the area. The society has a vast collection of local history and genealogy materials, including census records, cemetery records, and local newspapers.

The Forest County Historical & Genealogical Society also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including historical talks, workshops, and genealogy classes. The society is open to the public and welcomes anyone interested in learning more about the history of Forest County and its surrounding areas.

FOREST COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEOLOGICAL SOCIETY is a History Museum in CRANDON WI. US MID #8405500585

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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Contact FOREST COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEOLOGICAL SOCIETY

FOREST COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 432
CRANDON
WI
54520-0432

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FOREST COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEOLOGICAL SOCIETY Information

MID #	8405500585
Name	FOREST COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification	History Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	391727982
NTEECC	A54
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201212
INCOME	0
REVENUE	0
LAT/LONG	45.561457, -88.900104
CODES	FIPS State Code: 55 FIPS County Code: 041 US Census Tract: 950400 US Census Block: 1078