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Pennsylvania historical societies

There are 1,041historical societies and organizations in Pennsylvania. Combined, these Pennsylvanianhistorical societiesemploy 2,037 people, earn more than $126 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $640 million.
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Historical societies by major Pennsylvania cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Philadelphia
286
$47,534,892
Pittsburgh
180
$12,150,919
Allentown
58
$5,621,620
Harrisburg
49
$8,276,289
Lancaster
46
$5,428,577
Scranton
45
$953,316
Reading
41
$4,638,629
York
25
$2,355,310
Bloomsburg
24
$2,072,058
State College
22
$862,262
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Job trends for Pennsylvania historical societies

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
129
1-10
106
11-25
25
26-100
11
101 to 1,000
3
1,000+
0
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Sizes of historical societies in Pennsylvania

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
303
$250k to $1M
53
$1M to $5M
20
$5M to $25M
4
$25M to $100M
0
$100M+
0
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Directory of historical societies in Pennsylvania

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Eastern State Penitentiary (ESP)

Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site interprets the legacy of American criminal justice reform, from the nation's founding through to the present day, within the long-abandoned cellblocks of the nation's most historic prison.
Revenue
$6.7m
Assets
$21.5m
Employees
539
EIN
31-1627155
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Reading Terminal Market

The Reading Terminal Market is a historic institution that, since 1892, has sustained a unique blend of merchants offering food and food products to people through the Philadelphia region.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$7.1m
Employees
51
EIN
23-2754641
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Gettysburg Foundation

The Gettysburg Foundation's mission, in partnership with the National Park Service (NPS), is to enhance the preservation and understanding of the heritage and lasting significance of Gettysburg and its national parks.
Revenue
$15.9m
Assets
$103.2m
Employees
106
EIN
23-2969074
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Historic Philadelphia

Historic Philadelphia, Inc makes our nation's history relevant and real through interpretation, interaction and education, strengthening greater Philadelphia's role as the destination to experience American history.
Revenue
$3.6m
Assets
$3.2m
Employees
177
EIN
23-2764558
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Friends of Independence National

To support the preservation, restoration and education of Independence national Historical park where government funding is not available.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$6.0m
Employees
0
EIN
23-7179598
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA)

The AACA Museum is dedicated to the preservation and presentation of motor vehicle history in a manner that provides for the education and entertainment of our guests.
Revenue
$5.9m
Assets
$23.9m
Employees
13
EIN
23-6025679
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Bucks County Historical Society

Inspired by The vision and creativity of henry c. mercer, it is The mission of The Bucks County Historical Society to cultivate among its many audiences a broad appreciation and awareness of The past, helping people find stories and meanings that both sus....
Revenue
$2.0m
Assets
$25.7m
Employees
62
EIN
23-1371952
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Historical Society of Pennsylvania

Historical Society of Pennsylvania is one of the oldest historical societies in the United States, it is home to some 600,000 printed items and more than 21 million manuscript and graphic items.
Revenue
$3.6m
Assets
$27.0m
Employees
47
EIN
23-1352322
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Athenaeum of Philadelphia

The Athenaeum is an independent member-supported library and museum that engages members, scholars and The interested general public to join actively in The cultural and intellectual life of Philadelphia and participate in historical, literary and educati...
Revenue
$2.7m
Assets
$27.7m
Employees
10
EIN
23-1352027
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor

To conserve the historical transportation system of canals and overland railroads and amplify the recreational and educational opportunities based on them.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$5.3m
Employees
33
EIN
23-2977618
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ebt Foundation

To obtain, restore, rehabilitate and operate historical industrial and transportation related properties as educational assets for the benefit of the general public.
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$8.9m
Employees
19
EIN
84-4370512
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The National Society of Colonial Dames of America in Pa

The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in The commonwealth of Pennsylvania (nscda/pa) is dedicated to furthering an appreciation of our National heritage through histroic preservation, patriotic service and educational projects.
Revenue
$1.1m
Assets
$7.8m
Employees
9
EIN
23-1352271
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Chester County History Center (CCHS)

The Chester County Historical Society (CCHS) inspires, informs, and builds community identity by preserving and sharing the remarkable story of Chester County and its people.
Revenue
$991.2k
Assets
$11.3m
Employees
23
EIN
23-1371942
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Rivers of Steel Heritage Corporation

Rivers of Steel Heritage Corporation conserves, interprets, develops, and promotes historical, cultural and recreational resources throughout western Pennsylvania, including the eight counties that comprise the Rivers of Steel national Heritage area.
Revenue
$2.0m
Assets
$7.0m
Employees
51
EIN
25-1672667
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Christ Church Preservation Trust

To ensure the preservation and strengthen the multiple communities that use historic Christ Church's properties as a place for community building, personal growth, education and artistic expression.
Revenue
$1.8m
Assets
$760.5k
Employees
47
EIN
20-0252106
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Erie County Historical Society

Erie County Historical Society is a historical societies or organization in Erie, PA whose mission is: Historic preservation and CQucats om.
Revenue
$3.7m
Assets
$18.0m
Employees
15
EIN
25-1213025
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Schwenkfelder Library and Heritage Center

Maintenance of a fully equipped Library and activities allied thereto, as a memorial to caspar schwenckfeld. Operation of a research Library and museum, with public programs, to share the history of the schwenkfelders and the Pennsylvania germans of the p...
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$12.9m
Employees
17
EIN
23-1465643
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Colebrookdale Railroad Preservation Trust

Establishing an ongoing tourist paasenger operation on the Colebrookdale Railroad. Colebrookdale Railroad's goal is to restore and enhance this remarkable resource for the benefit of the people of southeastern Pennsylvania. Colebrookdale Railroad goal i...
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$5.2m
Employees
0
EIN
45-4265442
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation

Phlf works within a 250-mile radius of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to: identify and save historically significant places; renew historic neighborhoods, towns, and urban areas; preserve historic farms and historically designated landscapes; and educate people....
Revenue
$2.5m
Assets
$2.0m
Employees
24
EIN
25-6058560
IRS type
501(c)(3)

LancasterHistory Org

LancasterHistory.org is a community-based, not-for-profit organization established to educate the public on the history of Lancaster County and its place in the history of Pennsylvania and the United States.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$20.8m
Employees
18
EIN
23-1365154
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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