BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
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The Boone County Historical Society (BCHS), with an EIN of 43-6073788, is dedicated to preserving the culture and history of Boone County for future generations. Operating with a budget of $487K and generating total revenue of $693.6K, BCHS manages the Boone County History & Culture Center, which includes galleries, a genealogy library, and historic buildings, while also hosting events that celebrate local literature and culture. The organization does not rely on a single funder for 50% or more of its revenue and can be found online at boonehistory.org.
Mission Statement
THE PURPOSE AND MISSION OF THE BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY (BCHS) IS TO PRESERVE BOONE COUNTYS CULTURE AND HISTORY FOR THE BENEFIT OF FUTURE GENERATIONS. THROUGH ITS BOONE COUNTY HISTORY & CULTURE CENTER, THE SOCIETY COLLECTS, PRESERVES, AND EXHIBITS HISTORIC ARTIFACTS AND WORKS OF ART. CONCERTS AND EVENTS CELEBRATING LITERATURE AND AUTHORS ARE TWO ADDITIONAL EFFORTS TO EMBRACE AND CELEBRATE LOCAL CULTURE. THE HISTORY & CULTURE CENTER IS COMPRISED OF THE WALTERS HISTORY GALLERIES, THE MONTMINY ART GALLERY, THE RIVER HORSE PAVILION, A GENEALOGY LIBRARY, A DIGITAL IMAGING LAB, AND THE HISTORIC BUILDINGS THAT COMPRISE THE VILLAGE AT BOONE JUNCTION. THE SOCIETY ALSO MANAGES AND CURATES THE HISTORIC MAPLEWOOD HOUSE IN COOPERATION WITH THE CITY OF COLUMBIA.
Cause Areas
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Historic preservation
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IRS EO Business Master File Status
Listed as tax-exempt
IRS Pub 78 Status
Eligible for tax-deductible gifts
IRS Revocation Status
Not in Automatic Revocation of Exemption List
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY’s budget?
In 2024, BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY reported an annual operating budget of around $487 thousand. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY support?
BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY supports work in Historic preservation.
Where does BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY operate?
BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is headquartered in Columbia, MO.
Who funded BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY recently?
In 2024, BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY received grants from WILLIAM GUITAR LITTLE CHARITABLE FUND C/O HARRISON LLP, HAGAN TRUST, and BOONE COUNTY COMMUNITY TRUST. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY received in 2024?
The largest grant to BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY in 2024 exceeds $25 thousand.
What is BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY’s reliance on government grants?
BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY relied on government grants for more than 10% of their total revenue in 2024.