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Dayton museums

There are 32museums in the greater Daytonmetro area, including the cities of Dayton and Kettering. Combined, these Dayton metro museumsemploy 279 people, earn more than $20 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $103 million.
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Types of museums in Dayton

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Museums
32
$20,122,948
History museums
16
$11,665,474
Art museums
2
$4,247,921
Natural history and sciences museums
2
$1,010,498
Children's museums
1
$0
Science and technology museums
1
$0
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Job trends for Dayton museums

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
8
1-10
8
11-25
0
26-100
0
101 to 1,000
2
1,000+
0
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Sizes of museums in Dayton

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
13
$250k to $1M
5
$1M to $5M
3
$5M to $25M
1
$25M to $100M
0
$100M+
0
Key takeaways for revenue stats:

Directory of museums in Dayton

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The Air Force Museum Foundation

Supports the National Museum of the United States Air Force, preserves and portrays its history through exhibits, bookstore, theatre, simulators.
Revenue
$10.0m
Assets
$30.1m
Employees
101
EIN
31-0668800
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dayton Art Institute (DAI)

The Dayton Art Institute is committed to enriching the community by creating meaningful experiences with art that are available to all. Founded in 1919, The Dayton Art Institute is one of the region's premier fine arts museums.
Revenue
$4.2m
Assets
$34.9m
Employees
146
EIN
31-0537480
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Aviation Hall of Fame

National aviation enshrinement center in Ohio honoring individuals who've contributed to American aviation, with interactive displays and educational exhibits.
Revenue
$2.0m
Assets
$2.8m
Employees
8
EIN
23-7117952
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Aviation Heritage Alliance

National Aviation Heritage Alliance promotes aviation history and STEM education through conservation, interpretation, development, and promotion of historic resources.
Revenue
$1.0m
Assets
$1.7m
Employees
1
EIN
76-0738466
IRS type
501(c)(3)

WACO Historical Society

WACO Historical Society preserves aviation history, inspires future generations through education, and engages the community with hands-on programs focused on aviation themes.
Revenue
$635.3k
Assets
$4.0m
Employees
8
EIN
31-0969657
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Joy and Whimsy Depot

Joy and Whimsy Depot is an art museum in Lewisburg, OH that was founded in 2018.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
82-3472741
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Troy Hall of Fame

Troy Hall of Fame is a history museum in Troy, OH that was founded in 2023.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
31-1454017
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Miami Valley Military History Museum

Military museum in Fairborn, OH that honors veterans and preserves Ohio's military history through artifacts and research materials.
Revenue
$71.0k
Assets
$3,393
Employees
N/A
EIN
46-0835261
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ab Graham Memorial Center

Mueseum artifacts in historical setting on display traffic. Promote Ab Graham as 4h founder and serv.
Revenue
$34.5k
Assets
$72.8k
Employees
N/A
EIN
34-1655966
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Yellow Springs Science Castle

Yellow Springs Science Castle is a children's museum in Yellow SPGS, OH that was founded in 2020.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
84-5160120
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Historical Society

Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Historical Society is a museum in Spring Valley, OH that was founded in 2001.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
31-1754148
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Saponi Nation of Ohio

Saponi Nation of Ohio is a museum in Xenia, OH that was founded in 1998.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
31-1433965
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wright Brothers Fylers

Wright Brothers Fylers promotes Dayton aviation history and raises awareness through exhibitions of Wright B Flyer lookalikes in Miamisburg, OH.
Revenue
$65.8k
Assets
$366.4k
Employees
0
EIN
31-0896694
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dayton Disneyana Foundation

The Dayton Disneyana Foundation hosts fan events and donates net proceeds to charity, including the annual live event Dayton Disneyana.
Revenue
$27.7k
Assets
$16.9k
Employees
N/A
EIN
82-2825706
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wright Image Group

Wright Image Group: Building a monument to aviation triumph with a local park and replica of the Wright brothers' 1905 plane. Based in Dayton, OH.
Revenue
$13.2k
Assets
$192.7k
Employees
0
EIN
20-3261279
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Overfield Tavern Museum

Overfield Tavern Museum preserves its history and provides the community a window into the early life of Troy. It achieves this by showcasing exhibits and artifacts that showcase the historical significance of the tavern.
Revenue
$192.0k
Assets
$345.7k
Employees
1
EIN
31-1337433
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dayton International Peace Museum

Inspiring a culture of peace through nonviolent solutions, promoting compassion, and offering various activities for all ages in Dayton.
Revenue
$273.6k
Assets
$566.5k
Employees
1
EIN
30-0207231
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ox5 Aviation Pioneers

Ox5 Aviation Pioneers promote and perpetuate the history of air transportation by honoring pioneer airmen and highlighting the contribution of Ox5 powered aircraft.
Revenue
$2,279
Assets
$46.4k
Employees
N/A
EIN
25-6082280
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Clay Township Historical Society

Clay Township Historical Society is a natural history or sciences museum in Brookville, OH that was founded in 2000.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
31-1713277
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Brethren Heritage Center

Preserves Brethren heritage, collects genealogical and general materials for research, teaching, and learning. Located in Brookville, OH.
Revenue
$62.6k
Assets
$1.1m
Employees
1
EIN
01-0569681
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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