BALZEKAS MUSEUM OF LITHUANIAN CULTURE

CHICAGO, IL

Former The Chicago Embroidery Company building Swiss Embroidery Building
Former The Chicago Embroidery Company building Credit: Steven Vance

Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture in Chicago, Illinois is the United States' premier museum for the preservation and sharing of the history and culture of Lithuania. Founded in 1966 by Juozas Balzekas, the museum's mission is to preserve, share, and celebrate the history, culture, and traditions of Lithuanian Americans. The museum features a variety of exhibits and artifacts, including traditional Lithuanian artifacts, art, and costumes.

The main attraction of the museum is the permanent exhibition “From the Old World to the New: Four Centuries of Lithuanian-American History.” This exhibition showcases the stories of the Lithuanian people and their rich history, from the 16th century to present day, and includes artifacts, documents, photographs, and more. Other collections include the Library and Archives, which preserves rare books and documents from Lithuania; the Textile Collection, which contains traditional Lithuanian costumes; and the Art Collection, which features a variety of works from Lithuanian and other Eastern European artists.

The museum also hosts a variety of events, such as lectures, concerts, and film screenings. Additionally, the museum offers educational programs for all ages, including workshops and school tours. The museum also provides a number of services for the Lithuanian community, such as genealogy research, translation services, and advice on preserving family histories and traditions.

The Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture is a unique resource for anyone interested in learning more about Lithuanian culture and history. Its mission to preserve, share, and celebrate Lithuanian culture is a valuable asset to the Chicago community and beyond.

BALZEKAS MUSEUM OF LITHUANIAN CULTURE is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CHICAGO IL. US MID #8401700961

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 312,353 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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BALZEKAS MUSEUM OF LITHUANIAN CULTURE
6500 S PULASKI RD
CHICAGO
IL
60629-5136

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MID # 8401700961
Name BALZEKAS MUSEUM OF LITHUANIAN CULTURE
Alternate Name BALZEKAS MUSEUM OF LITHUANIAN CULTURE
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 366140176
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 323,770
REVENUE 312,353
LAT/LONG 41.774556, -87.722834
CODES FIPS State Code: 17
FIPS County Code: 031
US Census Tract: 650301
US Census Block: 3025