FRIENDS OF THE FURNESS RAILROADDISTRICT INC

WILMINGTON, DE

Brandywine Creek, Wilmington, Delaware
Brandywine Creek, Wilmington, Delaware Credit: PMillera4

Founded in 2012, Friends of the Furness Railroad District Inc., (FORD) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Wilmington, Delaware. FORD's mission is to promote, preserve, and restore the historic Furness Railroad District for the benefit of the community and visitors. The District includes the former Pennsylvania Railroad line from Wilmington to Claymont, Delaware, and its associated industrial and commercial buildings.

FORD works to restore and preserve the historic railroad district, as well as to create a vibrant community in the area. The organization offers educational programs and events, as well as volunteer opportunities. FORD also works with local government and organizations to increase awareness of the historical significance of the railroad district.

FORD works to promote the area’s rich history and culture by hosting events such as the annual Railroad Day celebration, a concert series, and public art installations. On Railroad Day, visitors can learn about the history of the area and take a ride on a vintage train. The event draws a large crowd of locals and visitors.

In addition to their efforts to preserve and promote the Furness Railroad District, FORD also works to create a vibrant community in the area. The organization has helped to create a community garden, as well as a bike and pedestrian path along the railroad line.

FORD is committed to preserving and promoting the Furness Railroad District. The organization works to bring the community together and create a vibrant area that honors the past and looks to the future.

FRIENDS OF THE FURNESS RAILROADDISTRICT INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in WILMINGTON DE. US MID #8401000032

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 21,985 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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FRIENDS OF THE FURNESS RAILROADDISTRICT INC
2 MILL RD STE 210
WILMINGTON
DE
19806-2184

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MID # 8401000032
Name FRIENDS OF THE FURNESS RAILROADDISTRICT INC
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 208080216
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 21,985
REVENUE 21,985
LAT/LONG 39.763154, -75.558011
CODES FIPS State Code: 10
FIPS County Code: 003
US Census Tract: 001300
US Census Block: 1004