HISTORICAL WEAPONS FOUNDATION

MARANA, AZ

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The Historical Weapons Foundation (HWF) is a non-profit organization located in Marana, Arizona. Established in 1992, HWF is dedicated to preserving and exhibiting historical military artifacts from all over the world. The foundation is home to a wide variety of historical weapons, ranging from ancient swords and shields to modern day firearms and artillery.

The foundation's collection includes more than 3,000 items from all eras of conflict, from the Revolutionary War to World War II. The collection is displayed in a 6,000 square foot facility that is open to the public. The main gallery contains weapons from the Revolutionary War through the Korean War, while the second gallery contains weapons from the Vietnam War era through the present day. Visitors can explore the full range of the collection and experience a wide variety of military history.

HWF also hosts regular educational programs, allowing visitors to learn more about the history of weapons and their impact on society. The foundation participates in annual events such as the Marana History Festival, where visitors can experience living history demonstrations and explore the collection. HWF also offers guided tours, which provide a behind-the-scenes look at the collection.

The foundation is supported by donations and sponsorships, allowing it to preserve and exhibit historic military artifacts. The Historical Weapons Foundation is a valuable resource for military enthusiasts and history buffs alike. With its vast collection and educational programs, HWF is a great way to experience and learn about the history of weapons.

HISTORICAL WEAPONS FOUNDATION is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MARANA AZ. US MID #8400400320

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

Contact HISTORICAL WEAPONS FOUNDATION

HISTORICAL WEAPONS FOUNDATION
PO BOX 99
MARANA
AZ
85653

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HISTORICAL WEAPONS FOUNDATION Information

MID # 8400400320
Name HISTORICAL WEAPONS FOUNDATION
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 860509039
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 32.423569, -111.314745
CODES FIPS State Code: 04
FIPS County Code: 019
US Census Tract: 004419
US Census Block: 2035