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Maryland arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

There are 3,061 arts, culture, and humanities organizations in Maryland. Combined, these Marylander arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits employ 9,449 people, earn more than $1 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $4 billion.
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Types of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Maryland

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Arts and culture promoting and producing organizations
 
853
 
$132,608,119
Performing arts organizations
 
796
 
$231,112,211
Historical societies and organizations
 
391
 
$41,292,738
Cultural and ethnic awareness organizations
 
377
 
$29,687,360
Museums
 
240
 
$485,336,540
Music festival and event organizations
 
199
 
$14,038,356
Media production and publishing organizations
 
177
 
$107,485,860
Theaters
 
155
 
$61,476,704
Arts education organizations
 
132
 
$39,125,363
Arts, culture, and humanities professional societies
 
129
 
$24,998,631
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Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits by major Maryland cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Washington DC
 
1,363
 
$552,311,387
Baltimore
 
1,274
 
$469,159,890
Salisbury
 
100
 
$5,749,065
Hagerstown
 
86
 
$13,047,795
Philadelphia, PA
 
41
 
$1,299,362
Cumberland
 
36
 
$6,219,369
Lexington Park, MD
 
36
 
$3,320,082
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Job trends for Maryland arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
312
1-10
 
214
11-25
 
57
26-100
 
43
101 to 1,000
 
20
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Maryland

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
709
$250k to $1M
 
218
$1M to $5M
 
83
$5M to $25M
 
28
$25M to $100M
 
4
$100M+
 
1
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Directory of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Maryland

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1-20 of 3,061

National Gallery of Art (NGA)

The National Gallery of Art preserves, collects, exhibits, and fosters understanding of works of art at the highest possible museum and scholarly standards.
Revenue
$315.5m
Assets
$1.9b
Employees
944
EIN
53-6001666
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Baltimore Museum of Art

Baltimore Museum of Art engages the community through diverse exhibitions, programs, and a commitment to artistic excellence and social equity in art.
Revenue
$31.8m
Assets
$222.7m
Employees
245
EIN
52-6000162
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Strathmore Hall Foundation

Strathmore presents and produces exemplary visual and performing arts programs for diverse audiences, creates dynamic arts education experiences, and nurtures new ideas and conversations that advances The future of The arts.
Revenue
$14.1m
Assets
$25.3m
Employees
213
EIN
52-1233092
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Baltimore Center Stage

Baltimore Center Stage is a theater that produces diverse contemporary and classic works, as well as education programs for students and teachers.
Revenue
$8.1m
Assets
$35.4m
Employees
191
EIN
52-0780194
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Baltimore Symphony Endowment Trust

We are supporting organization of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) and exists to support BSO in accomplishing its missions. The depreciation expense of the endowment trust relates to assets used by the BSO in furtherance of its mission.
Revenue
$16.7m
Assets
$98.3m
Employees
0
EIN
77-0659339
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Radio Research Consortium

To advance the understanding & utilization of audience Research by non-commercial Radio stations; to train & educate station personnel on the evaluation, interpretation, & utilization of Radio Research data; and to act as counselors, consultants, and eval....
Revenue
$8.3m
Assets
$8.9m
Employees
8
EIN
52-1218752
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery

Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County supports arts excellence, advocates for the creative sector, and enhances community identity through public art programs.
Revenue
$7.8m
Assets
$4.4m
Employees
14
EIN
52-1086825
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Olney Theatre Corporation

To create professional theater productions & other programs that nurture artists, students, technicians, administrators & audience members; & to develop individual's creative potential using skills & imaginative possibilities of theater & performing arts.
Revenue
$19.3m
Assets
$39.9m
Employees
291
EIN
52-1149571
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National History Day (NHD)

The future of democracy depends on an inspired, thoughtful and informed citizenry. Historical understanding is crucial to that process. National History Day teaches essential historical literacy that motivates students to secure the future of democracy.
Revenue
$6.2m
Assets
$10.2m
Employees
13
EIN
34-1262642
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Mid Atlantic Arts

Mid Atlantic Arts supports diverse artistic expression, connects communities through enriching experiences, and enhances access to the arts across the mid-Atlantic region.
Revenue
$10.6m
Assets
$19.7m
Employees
27
EIN
52-1169382
IRS type
501(c)(3)

MPT Foundation

The foundation's purpose is to support and promote the objectives of the maryland public broadcasting commission (MPT).
Revenue
$8.7m
Assets
$20.8m
Employees
9
EIN
52-1224503
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Round House Theatre

Round House Theatre delivers bold plays, classics, and musicals, expanding access through equitable education programs that inspire empathy, dialogue, and community connection.
Revenue
$10.6m
Assets
$12.5m
Employees
326
EIN
52-1289737
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Maryland Academy of Sciences

Maryland Academy of Sciences inspires science learning through hands-on exhibits, demonstrations, and statewide programs including field trips, traveling science, STEM workshops, camps, and virtual experiences.
Revenue
$10.4m
Assets
$43.9m
Employees
209
EIN
52-0668166
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Humanity First USA

Drawing strength from our domestic and global resources, we aim to relieve suffering caused by natural disaster and human conflict, promote peace and understanding, and strengthen people's capacity to help themselves.
Revenue
$6.0m
Assets
$5.1m
Employees
8
EIN
20-0464012
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Maryland Center for History and Culture

To illuminate the past, lend perspective to the present, and inform the future through the acquisition, preservation, and interpretation of manuscripts, archives, and objects that together form the fabric of Maryland.
Revenue
$10.6m
Assets
$46.9m
Employees
42
EIN
52-0403670
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Kid Museum

Kid Museum empowers youth through hands-on maker learning, building STEM and tech skills, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity to invent the future.
Revenue
$6.4m
Assets
$10.7m
Employees
63
EIN
45-4070908
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Baltimore Banner

The Baltimore Banner is a digital news source that tells stories, holds leaders accountable, and strengthens the community.
Revenue
$27.3m
Assets
$24.5m
Employees
158
EIN
86-1715499
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Imagination Stage

Imagination Stage, Inc. Inspires creativity through theatre and arts education programs that challenge, nurture, and empower young people of all abilities.
Revenue
$7.8m
Assets
$6.7m
Employees
356
EIN
52-1164889
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Editorial Projects in Education

Epe raises awareness of critical K-12 education issues through targeted products and media as an independent, nonprofit publisher.
Revenue
$19.8m
Assets
$45.5m
Employees
113
EIN
53-0246895
IRS type
501(c)(3)

B&O Railroad Museum

B&O Railroad Museum interprets America's railroad history through preserving physical legacies, developing programs, and presenting exhibitions. Located in Baltimore, MD.
Revenue
$7.3m
Assets
$47.2m
Employees
62
EIN
52-1535426
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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