MENDOTA MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETY

MENDOTA, IL

The Mendota Museum & Historical Society is a not-for-profit organization located in Mendota, Illinois. Established in 1975, the museum is dedicated to preserving and exhibiting the history of Mendota and its surrounding area.

The museum is home to a variety of historical artifacts, documents, memorabilia, photographs, and artworks. Exhibits focus on local history, including the early days of Mendota's settlement, the development of the area's industries, and the impact of the two major railroads that ran through town. The museum's permanent collection also includes items from the Civil War era, the Great Depression, World War II, and the 1950s.

In addition to its permanent collection, the museum hosts a variety of temporary exhibitions and special events, such as lectures, workshops, and book signings. The museum also offers educational opportunities to local schools and other organizations.

The Mendota Museum & Historical Society is open to the public year-round and admission is free. Visitors can explore the museum's exhibits and collections on their own, or they can take a guided tour with a knowledgeable guide. The museum also has a gift shop, where visitors can purchase souvenirs from their visit.

MENDOTA MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a History Museum in MENDOTA IL. US MID #8401701120

The museum is classed as HST (History 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: $ 94,226 from tax period 201304 (YYYYMM).

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MENDOTA MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 433
MENDOTA
IL
61342-0433

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