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Massachusetts arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

There are 4,652 arts, culture, and humanities organizations in Massachusetts. Combined, these Massachusettsan arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits employ 27,754 people, earn more than $3 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $12 billion.
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Types of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Massachusetts

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Performing arts organizations
 
1,371
 
$697,747,523
Arts and culture promoting and producing organizations
 
1,133
 
$244,258,458
Historical societies and organizations
 
579
 
$178,544,148
Cultural and ethnic awareness organizations
 
462
 
$72,533,842
Media production and publishing organizations
 
430
 
$521,412,861
Music festival and event organizations
 
384
 
$91,358,409
Museums
 
304
 
$771,605,226
Theaters
 
288
 
$141,863,443
Arts, culture, and humanities professional societies
 
266
 
$103,889,997
Arts education organizations
 
221
 
$61,013,681
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Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits by major Massachusetts cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Boston
 
3,112
 
$1,964,552,140
Springfield, MA
 
457
 
$127,878,788
Worcester
 
362
 
$107,290,130
Providence, RI
 
258
 
$67,121,952
Barnstable Town
 
239
 
$94,833,923
Pittsfield
 
162
 
$188,072,158
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Job trends for Massachusetts arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
546
1-10
 
494
11-25
 
177
26-100
 
141
101 to 1,000
 
60
1,000+
 
2
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Sizes of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Massachusetts

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
1,618
$250k to $1M
 
522
$1M to $5M
 
227
$5M to $25M
 
72
$25M to $100M
 
11
$100M+
 
3
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Directory of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Massachusetts

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1-20 of 4,652

Museum of Science

We believe that everyone has a role to play in the world of science and technology - as learners, as future scientists or engineers, as citizens of our nation, as community leaders and members of the workforce, as consumers, and as stewards of our planet.
Revenue
$56.5m
Assets
$519.9m
Employees
476
EIN
04-2103916
IRS type
501(c)(3)

WGBH Educational Foundation

The WGBH Educational Foundation creates inspiring media content, engages audiences through diverse programs, and supports equitable learning for children and youth.
Revenue
$215.6m
Assets
$951.1m
Employees
1,316
EIN
04-2104397
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Repertory Theatre (ART)

American Repertory Theatre (A.R.T.) produces groundbreaking theater, engages communities, fosters artistic talent, and serves as a vital cultural resource both locally and internationally.
Revenue
$25.9m
Assets
$40.4m
Employees
270
EIN
04-2665867
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Handel and Haydn Society (H+H)

Handel and Haydn Society performs Baroque and Classical music on period instruments, engages audiences through concerts and broadcasts, and nurtures youth through education programs.
Revenue
$6.5m
Assets
$42.1m
Employees
252
EIN
04-2126598
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Clark Art Institute

The Clark is one of only a handful of institutions globally with a dual mission as an art museum and a distinguished center for research and higher education, dedicated to advancing and extending the public understanding of art.
Revenue
$59.4m
Assets
$760.7m
Employees
185
EIN
04-2163004
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Mass Design Group (MASS)

MASS Design Group (MASS) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to research, build, and advocate for architecture that promotes justice and dignity.
Revenue
$19.6m
Assets
$19.1m
Employees
115
EIN
61-1659704
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Boston Children's Museum

Boston Children's Museum is a children's museum in Boston, Massachusetts, dedicated to the education of children.
Revenue
$22.1m
Assets
$75.7m
Employees
124
EIN
04-2103993
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Archaeological Institute of America

Archaeological Institute of America promotes archaeological inquiry and public understanding, supports ethical research and publication, and advocates preservation of global archaeological sites and heritage.
Revenue
$6.1m
Assets
$19.4m
Employees
27
EIN
13-5669180
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum houses an art collection of world importance, including significant examples of European, Asian, and American art, from paintings and sculpture to tapestries and decorative arts.
Revenue
$39.0m
Assets
$382.3m
Employees
287
EIN
04-2104334
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Filmmakers Collaborative (FC)

Filmmakers Collaborative supports independent media makers through fiscal sponsorship and year-round programming for learning opportunities.
Revenue
$6.4m
Assets
$1.7m
Employees
3
EIN
22-2778829
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Northeast Document Conservation Center (NEDCC)

Northeast Document Conservation Center conserves paper-based collections and offers digital imaging, preservation training, and consultation services for libraries and museums.
Revenue
$6.6m
Assets
$15.0m
Employees
56
EIN
23-7349330
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Holocaust Legacy Foundation

Holocaust Legacy Foundation supports organizations to preserve the memory and lessons of the Holocaust, while building its own museum.
Revenue
$30.2m
Assets
$44.1m
Employees
4
EIN
83-4670212
IRS type
501(c)(3)

MuckRock Foundation

MuckRock is a non-profit news site that promotes transparency by requesting, analyzing, and sharing government documents.
Revenue
$5.3m
Assets
$4.0m
Employees
28
EIN
81-1485228
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Public Television (APT)

APT has been a leading distributor of groundbreaking, high-quality, top-rated programming to the nation's public television stations. They develop and deliver valued program choices and services in partnership with America's public television community.
Revenue
$16.0m
Assets
$23.2m
Employees
44
EIN
04-6114548
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Boston Lyric Opera (BLO)

Boston Lyric Opera engages communities through accessible performances, educational initiatives, and collaborative programs, enriching lives with powerful storytelling through music and drama.
Revenue
$14.5m
Assets
$38.2m
Employees
355
EIN
04-2469627
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Groton Hill Music Center

Groton Hill Music Center shares music's transformative power through teaching, performing, and giving music in diverse programs, lessons, and generous community engagement.
Revenue
$13.6m
Assets
$248.6m
Employees
178
EIN
04-2867945
IRS type
501(c)(3)

MIT Technology Review

MIT Technology Review empowers audiences with credible insights into emerging technologies and their impacts through authoritative journalism, analysis, and live events.
Revenue
$22.1m
Assets
$7.5m
Employees
64
EIN
95-4893200
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Peabody Essex Museum (PEM)

Peabody Essex Museum presents diverse art and cultural exhibitions, fostering creativity and community engagement while exploring the interconnectedness of humanity and the natural world.
Revenue
$26.4m
Assets
$844.7m
Employees
255
EIN
04-3157815
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wang Theatre

Wang Theatre preserves an iconic venue and presents inclusive performing arts and cultural education, including Folk, Americana, and Roots celebrations through exhibits and concerts.
Revenue
$19.9m
Assets
$25.6m
Employees
421
EIN
04-3317597
IRS type
501(c)(3)

John Fitzgerald Kennedy Library Foundation Incorporated

The Presidential Library Foundation Incorporated is a foundation that provides programs in education and public outreach.
Revenue
$7.8m
Assets
$67.8m
Employees
28
EIN
04-6113130
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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