BIG ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY

BIG ROCK, IL

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The Big Rock Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history of Big Rock, Illinois. It was founded in 1975 and is located on the grounds of the former Big Rock School. The Society collects and preserves artifacts, photographs, and documents related to the history of Big Rock and the surrounding area.

The Society also sponsors a variety of activities and events throughout the year, including lectures, educational programs, and field trips. They also host an annual summer festival and a Fall Harvest Festival. These events provide an opportunity for the community to come together and learn about the town's past.

The Society also maintains a museum that is open to visitors. It features a variety of displays, including artifacts from the original settlers and the Native Americans who lived in the area. Other displays include photographs, documents, and artifacts related to the town's history, such as clothing, tools, and furniture.

The Society also offers research assistance for those who are interested in conducting research on the history of Big Rock. They maintain an extensive library of books, newspapers, and other materials related to the town's history, as well as genealogical records.

The Big Rock Historical Society is an important part of the community and is dedicated to preserving the unique history of Big Rock and the surrounding area. With its museum and other activities, it helps to keep the history of the town alive.

BIG ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BIG ROCK IL. US MID #8401700800

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 BIG ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY

BIG ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 206
BIG ROCK
IL
60511-0206

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BIG ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8401700800
Name BIG ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 364038337
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 41.748558, -88.553807
CODES FIPS State Code: 17
FIPS County Code: 089
US Census Tract: 852403
US Census Block: 5033