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Ohio historical societies

There are 811 historical societies and organizations in Ohio. Combined, these Ohioan historical societies employ 1,807 people, earn more than $118 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $445 million.
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Historical societies by major Ohio cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Cleveland, OH
 
142
 
$18,050,102
Columbus, OH
 
98
 
$38,084,266
Cincinnati
 
88
 
$4,802,402
Dayton
 
68
 
$11,564,433
Toledo
 
53
 
$11,377,341
Akron
 
42
 
$15,120,915
Youngstown
 
34
 
$3,403,341
Canton
 
30
 
$193,577
Springfield, OH
 
12
 
$1,514,286
Mansfield
 
11
 
$4,833,046
Showing 10 of 14 metros

Job trends for Ohio historical societies

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
86
1-10
 
61
11-25
 
9
26-100
 
8
101 to 1,000
 
4
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of historical societies in Ohio

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
199
$250k to $1M
 
41
$1M to $5M
 
9
$5M to $25M
 
5
$25M to $100M
 
1
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of historical societies in Ohio

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1-20 of 811

Western Reserve Historical Society

Western Reserve Historical Society preserves and presents Northeast Ohio's history through collections, historic sites, and museums.
Revenue
$6.9m
Assets
$43.3m
Employees
139
EIN
34-0714724
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Sauder Village

To depict the lifestyle and customs of the rural inhabitants of northwest Ohio, as they took place more than a century ago, through demonstrations, activities and exhibits.
Revenue
$7.1m
Assets
$45.8m
Employees
409
EIN
23-7042835
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dayton History

Dayton History is Montgomery County's official historical organization. Consisting of Carillon Historical Park, the Archive Center, Carillon Brewing Company, Hawthorn Hill, Patterson Homestead, Old Court House, and Memorial Hall.
Revenue
$9.2m
Assets
$68.0m
Employees
99
EIN
31-6037490
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ohio History Connection

Ohio History Connection is a nonprofit organization that serves as the state's partner in preserving and interpreting Ohio's history, archaeology, natural history and historic places.
Revenue
$29.9m
Assets
$5.7m
Employees
325
EIN
31-4389673
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cuyahoga Valley Preservation and Scenic Railway Association

The Cuyahoga Valley Preservation and Scenic Railway Association operates a scenic and historic railroad through a national park, providing passenger excursions and student education programs that showcase the history of transportation.
Revenue
$6.8m
Assets
$10.8m
Employees
89
EIN
23-7198801
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens

Historic estate in Akron, OH preserves and restores former Seiberling family home and gardens, offering tours and educational programs.
Revenue
$6.7m
Assets
$11.8m
Employees
123
EIN
34-0819149
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The City Club of Cleveland

Cleveland's free speech forum that promotes civic dialogue and democracy by converging diverse opinions to find solutions to complex problems.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$1.5m
Employees
29
EIN
34-0144897
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Mansfield Reformatory Preservation Society

Mansfield Reformatory Preservation Society preserves and restores an old prison through historical societies and historical preservation efforts in Mansfield, OH.
Revenue
$4.3m
Assets
$6.6m
Employees
61
EIN
34-1796427
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Mahoning Valley Historical Society (MVHS)

Founded in 1875, The Mahoning Valley Historical Society educates and promotes an interest in the history of the Mahoning Valley by collecting, preserving and developing material representative of the people who have inhabited the region.
Revenue
$3.0m
Assets
$13.3m
Employees
41
EIN
34-0872868
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Rutherford B Hayes Presidential Library and Museums

The Hayes Presidential Center operates and manages the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center. A non-profit entity, it receives the majority of its funding through the Rutherford B. Hayes-Lucy Webb Hayes Foundation.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$12.7m
Employees
48
EIN
34-6502740
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Clark County Historical Society

Clark County Historical Society is a historical societies or organization in Springfield, OH whose mission is: Preserves and interprets historical resources, artifacts, and landmarks in Clark County, Ohio.
Revenue
$1.2m
Assets
$8.1m
Employees
13
EIN
31-0806202
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Tecumseh

The Scioto Society, Inc. was incorporated as a tax exempt nonprofit organization dedicated to The cultural, historical, educational economic development of The tri-county area encompassed by pickaway, ross and pike counties and The state of Ohio in genera....
Revenue
$1.9m
Assets
$2.6m
Employees
72
EIN
31-0791031
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Shelby County Historical Society

Shelby County Historical Society actively engages and educates the community, preserves and promotes local history through housing and displaying historical articles, and conducts programs and special events related to the region's history.
Revenue
$757.2k
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
4
EIN
34-1317780
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Honor Flight Columbus

To safely transport america's veterans to and from Washington d. c. to visit those memorials dedicated to the Honor of their sacrifices.
Revenue
$1.4m
Assets
$2.1m
Employees
3
EIN
26-4262700
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Uss Cleveland Legacy Foundation

The Uss Cleveland Legacy Foundation supports the ship and crew during service life, from commissioning to returning home to Cleveland.
Revenue
$992.0k
Assets
$2.1m
Employees
3
EIN
83-4007897
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cleveland Restoration Society

Cleveland Restoration Society, Inc. (crs), uses the powerful tool of historic preservation to revitalize our diverse communities, strenghten the regional economy, and enhance the quality of life in northeastern Ohio.
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$2.8m
Employees
27
EIN
23-7218767
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Jefferson Avenue Center for Learning and Arts

A Columbus-based center that revitalizes properties and neighborhoods through real estate and historic preservation, supporting a community of nonprofits.
Revenue
$838.1k
Assets
$7.9m
Employees
3
EIN
51-0136114
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lakeview Cemetery Foundation

Preserves and enhances historic buildings, monuments, and gardens of Lake View Cemetery in Cleveland, OH. Provides educational outreach programs.
Revenue
$1.6m
Assets
$9.0m
Employees
0
EIN
34-1429875
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Plum Street Temple Historic Preservation Fund

The Plum Street Temple Historic Preservation Fund obtains funding and conducts appropriate activities to maintain and preserve the Plum Street Temple real estate and improvements thereon in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Revenue
$761.6k
Assets
$16.6m
Employees
0
EIN
31-1469807
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Bishop Reverdy C and Emma S Ransom Foundation

Foundation preserving historic Ransom property to advance civil rights and social justice with Tawawa Chimney Corner in Wilberforce, OH.
Revenue
$755.3k
Assets
$1.3m
Employees
0
EIN
85-4393085
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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