PASAQUAN PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC

BUENA VISTA, GA

20200729-GRCAP-PAR-2036 The wastewater treatment plant in Buena Vista, Georgia, on July 29, 2020. 

U.S. Department of Agriculture USDA Rural Development RD Deputy Under Secretary Justin Maxson announced sewer system improvements funded by a $2,543,000.00 USDA loan and a $6,039,000.00 grant that was obligated on Sept. 2, 2021. Participating in the announcement was U.S. Congressman Sanford Bishop D-GA-02, Mayor Kevin Brown, Georgia Rural Waters Association Executive Director Jimmy Matthews, local leaders, and stakeholders at the city hall of Buena Vista, Georgia, on Sept 16, 2021 

The wastewater collection and treatment system supports the 2,173 residents of Buena Vista, Ga.
“For decades, our country’s infrastructure hasn’t received the attention it needed. The consequences of this disinvestment have fallen hardest on communities of color and rural towns and cities where residents face the harshest economic realities,” said Maxson. “Livable communities – communities with a growing economy, effective community services like health care, and affordable housing – need modern and reliable water and sewer infrastructure. Under the leadership of President Biden and Vice President Harris, USDA is investing in communities and people who need it the most: to help them build back better, stronger and more equitably than ever before.”
USDA is funding this project through the Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant Program. The investment, which consists of a $2.6 million loan and $6 million grant, will finance the construction of a replacement treatment plant that will reduce sewage spills and backups and increase system efficiency.
Courtesy Photo by Phillip A Read.
20200729-GRCAP-PAR-2036 Credit: USDAgov

The Pasaquan Preservation Society Inc. is a non-profit organization located in Buena Vista, Georgia, dedicated to preserving and promoting the unique art environment of Eddie Owens Martin, also known as St. EOM. Pasaquan is a visionary art site that was created by Martin between the 1950s and 1980s. It features brightly colored buildings, sculptures, and murals that reflect his personal mythology and spiritual beliefs.

The preservation society was established in 1991, after Martin's death, to advocate for the preservation of Pasaquan and to promote its cultural and educational value. The society has raised funds for the restoration and maintenance of the site, and has also worked to raise awareness of Martin's art and legacy through exhibitions and educational programs.

In 2014, the society received a grant from the Getty Foundation's "Keeping It Modern" initiative to support the restoration of Pasaquan's structures and murals. This project helped to ensure the long-term preservation of this unique and important site.

Today, Pasaquan is open to the public as a cultural heritage site and tourist attraction. The preservation society continues to manage and maintain the site, and to promote the cultural and educational value of Martin's visionary art.

PASAQUAN PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC is a Uncategorized or General Museum in BUENA VISTA GA. US MID #8401300292

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). 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).

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PASAQUAN PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC
POB 388
BUENA VISTA
GA
31803-0388

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MID # 8401300292
Name PASAQUAN PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 331052780
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201312
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 32.319912, -84.512798
CODES FIPS State Code: 13
FIPS County Code: 197
US Census Tract: 920200
US Census Block: 3050