OKEECHOBEE HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

OKEECHOBEE, FL

MrUlster 20230430 - Florida - PXL_20230430_220956228 Helicopter relic. War memorial. Okeechobee, Florida. © Allan LEONARD @MrUlster
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The Okeechobee Historical Society Inc. is a non-profit organization located in Okeechobee, Florida. Founded in 1986, the organization is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history and culture of Okeechobee County. The Society’s mission is to collect, preserve, interpret, and share the history of the county and its people.

The Society has a large collection of artifacts and photographs that span more than two centuries of Okeechobee County's history. It holds monthly meetings with guest speakers presenting on topics related to the county's history. It also holds an annual Founders Day celebration with a parade, music, food and other activities.

The Society operates a museum located in Okeechobee City Hall, where visitors can view the collection of artifacts and photographs. The museum includes an exhibit on the Seminole Indian Wars, a replica of the original Okeechobee County Courthouse, and a large collection of artifacts from the area's early days. The Society also offers educational programs to schools, clubs and other organizations.

The Okeechobee Historical Society Inc. is an important part of preserving and promoting the history of Okeechobee County. It provides a valuable service to the community by making its collection of artifacts and photographs available to the public. Through its educational programs and events, the Society helps to ensure that the history and culture of Okeechobee County will be remembered for generations to come.

OKEECHOBEE HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in OKEECHOBEE FL. US MID #8401201153

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 3,911 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

MrUlster 20230430 - Florida - PXL_20230430_220956228 Helicopter relic. War memorial. Okeechobee, Florida. © Allan LEONARD @MrUlster
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7-18-22, caboose at Farmer's Market & Trading Post Okeechobee, FL. I don't know the history of this caboose so if someone does please let me know. Thanks!
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Contact OKEECHOBEE HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

OKEECHOBEE HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 973
OKEECHOBEE
FL
34973-0973

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OKEECHOBEE HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC Information

MID # 8401201153
Name OKEECHOBEE HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 650368014
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 6,174
REVENUE 3,911
LAT/LONG 27.243724, -80.828365
CODES FIPS State Code: 12
FIPS County Code: 093
US Census Tract: 910300
US Census Block: 1059