SOUTH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

ARROYO GRANDE, CA

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The South County Historical Society is a non-profit organization based in Arroyo Grande, California. Established in 1967, the society aims to preserve and promote the history of the South County region, which includes the communities of Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Oceano, and Pismo Beach.

The society operates a museum, the Dana Adobe Cultural Center, which is located on the historic Dana Adobe Ranch. The 130-acre property was once home to the Juan Bautista de Anza Expedition of 1776 and has been designated as a National Historic Landmark.

The museum features exhibits on the history of the region, including the Chumash people, the rancho era, and the contributions of local families and businesses. The center also offers educational programs, workshops, and events throughout the year, such as the annual Rancho Christmas event.

In addition to the museum, the South County Historical Society manages a research library and archives, which contain historic documents, photos, and artifacts. The organization also maintains several historic buildings, including the Swinging Bridge in Arroyo Grande and the Oceano Depot, which are open to the public.

The South County Historical Society is run by a board of directors and relies on the support of volunteers and community members to carry out its mission of preserving and sharing the history of the South County region.

SOUTH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ARROYO GRANDE CA. US MID #8400602706

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 93,513 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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SOUTH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 633
ARROYO GRANDE
CA
93421-0633

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SOUTH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8400602706
Name SOUTH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 953539454
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 107,939
REVENUE 93,513
LAT/LONG 35.104264, -120.59163
CODES FIPS State Code: 06
FIPS County Code: 079
US Census Tract: 011901
US Census Block: 2026