NEW HAVEN COLONY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

NEW HAVEN, CT

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The New Haven Colony Historical Society is a non-profit educational organization based in New Haven, Connecticut. Founded in 1838, it is the oldest historical society in the state. The Society is dedicated to preserving the history and culture of Connecticut from the colonial period to the present day. Its collections include artifacts, documents, maps, photographs, and other materials related to the history of New Haven and the surrounding area.

The Society operates a museum and research library, which are open to the public. The museum features exhibits on the history of New Haven and Connecticut, as well as special exhibits on topics related to the region. Its library contains more than 10,000 volumes, including rare books, manuscripts, maps, diaries, and photographs. The library also offers access to digital resources, such as newspapers, periodicals, and genealogical records.

The Society also hosts educational programs and special events, including lectures, symposia, and workshops. It also provides educational materials to local schools, libraries, and other institutions. Additionally, the Society sponsors a range of activities, such as historic home tours, walking tours, and living history programs.

The Society is supported by memberships, donations, and grants. It is governed by a Board of Trustees, which consists of 15 members who serve three-year terms. The Society is a member of the American Association for State and Local History, the Connecticut League of Historical Organizations, and the New England Historic Genealogical Society.

NEW HAVEN COLONY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in NEW HAVEN CT. US MID #8400900119

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 456,653 from tax period 201206 (YYYYMM).

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NEW HAVEN COLONY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
114 WHITNEY AVE
NEW HAVEN
CT
06510-1238

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MID # 8400900119
Name NEW HAVEN COLONY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name NEW HAVEN COLONY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 060646762
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201206
INCOME 459,844
REVENUE 456,653
LAT/LONG 41.31455, -72.921269
CODES FIPS State Code: 09
FIPS County Code: 009
US Census Tract: 361402
US Census Block: 1002