MORRISON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
MORRISON, IL
The Morrison Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Morrison, Illinois, dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of the town and surrounding areas. The society was founded in 1971 and is run by a board of directors consisting of local residents who volunteer their time and expertise.
The society operates a museum that showcases the town's history through artifacts, photographs, and documents. The museum is located in a historic building that served as the town's first library and is open to the public on weekends and by appointment.
In addition to the museum, the society hosts events and activities throughout the year, including historical tours, guest speakers, and special exhibits. The society also publishes a quarterly newsletter that highlights local history and updates members on upcoming events.
The society's collection includes items related to Morrison's early settlers, local businesses, and notable residents. One of the highlights of the collection is a replica of the Lincoln-Douglas debate chair that was used during a famous debate in nearby Freeport, Illinois.
Overall, the Morrison Historical Society is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Morrison and the surrounding area. Its dedication to preserving and promoting local history is a testament to the importance of understanding and appreciating the past.
MORRISON HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MORRISON IL. US MID #8401700613
The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).
Contact MORRISON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
- telephone: 8157728889
MORRISON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 1
MORRISON
IL
61270-0001
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MORRISON HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information
MID # | 8401700613 |
Name | MORRISON HISTORICAL SOCIETY |
Alternate Name | MORRISON HISTORICAL SOCIETY |
Classification | Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | 362996544 |
NTEECC | A82 |
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | |
INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 41.812674, -89.971433 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 17 FIPS County Code: 195 US Census Tract: 000200 US Census Block: 1063 |