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Philadelphia historical societies

There are 407historical societies and organizations in the greater Philadelphiametro area, including the cities of Philadelphia, Wilmington, and Camden within the states of New Jersey, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. Combined, these Philadelphia metro historical societiesemploy 1,280 people, earn more than $90 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $431 million.
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Job trends for Philadelphia historical societies

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
49
1-10
35
11-25
11
26-100
7
101 to 1,000
2
1,000+
0
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Sizes of historical societies in Philadelphia

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
120
$250k to $1M
26
$1M to $5M
15
$5M to $25M
3
$25M to $100M
0
$100M+
0
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Directory of historical societies in Philadelphia

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Delaware River Waterfront Corporation

DRWC maintains & promotes Philadelphia's central waterfront, manages Blue Cross River Rink & provides free public programming with national artists.
Revenue
$19.8m
Assets
$138.5m
Employees
224
EIN
23-1734559
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
$5.9m
Assets
$29.5m
Employees
27
EIN
23-1352322
IRS type
501(c)(3)

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
$7.7m
Assets
$22.6m
Employees
404
EIN
31-1627155
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Jack Miller Center for Teaching America's Founding Principles and

JMC advances teaching and study of America's founding principles through conferences, seminars, and supporting centers on campuses nationwide.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$9.4m
Employees
22
EIN
26-1147689
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Welcome America

The Welcome America festival, is a multi day free festival featuring the celebration of Independence day. Welcome America events are free to the public and produced to attract visitors and region residents to the city for the Independence day celebration.
Revenue
$3.9m
Assets
$665.1k
Employees
7
EIN
23-2721729
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
$2.9m
Assets
$3.3m
Employees
91
EIN
23-2764558
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks

The Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks (Landmarks) has played a significant role in the historic preservation movement in Philadelphia by restoring, furnishing and presenting to the public its distinguished house museums.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$4.5m
Employees
12
EIN
23-6253966
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Bucks County Historical Society

The Bucks County Historical Society is a historical societies or organization in Doylestown, PA whose mission is: Preserving Bucks County's history through artifacts, research material, and education.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$22.0m
Employees
74
EIN
23-1371952
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Historical Society of Delaware

Preserving Delaware history, the Society maintains museums, a library, and historic buildings for cultural and educational experiences.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$25.9m
Employees
47
EIN
51-0066731
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Partners for Sacred Places

Support for care and full use of older religious properties as centers of congregational life and community service. Stewardship and preservation of older historical religious properties. Stewardship & preservation of older historical religious properties.
Revenue
$3.1m
Assets
$11.0m
Employees
19
EIN
23-2560361
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Athenaeum of Philadelphia

The Athenaeum of Philadelphia nurtures curiosity, maintains lending and rare book collections, supports research, and hosts local classes.
Revenue
$4.5m
Assets
$26.7m
Employees
16
EIN
23-1352027
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Highlands Historical Society

In accordance with the mission to enhance and protect the Historical site, the Highlands Historical Society (the Society): (1) conducts tours of the mansion and gardens, telling the story of the development of the property and the three intriguing familes....
Revenue
$3.3m
Assets
$3.3m
Employees
1
EIN
23-1979461
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Historic Yellow Springs

Living village of 11 historic buildings and structures, preserving nearly 300 years of American history through art, education, and environment.
Revenue
$845.5k
Assets
$2.1m
Employees
9
EIN
23-1920704
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
$1.1m
Assets
$10.1m
Employees
31
EIN
23-1371942
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Carpenters' Hall

Carpenters' Hall preserves and maintains a historical landmark in Philadelphia, PA. Its mission is to ensure the preservation of this landmark. It offers programs dedicated to preserving history.
Revenue
$1.8m
Assets
$2.8m
Employees
8
EIN
23-6392266
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Philadelphia 250

Philadelphia 250 plans and executes a year-long celebration for America's 250th Anniversary in Philadelphia, collaborating, partnering, and innovating with key stakeholders and experts to co-create exceptional national events, experiences, and programs.
Revenue
$1.7m
Assets
$1.1m
Employees
4
EIN
27-2692035
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
$853.4k
Assets
$182.8k
Employees
44
EIN
20-0252106
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Historic Red Clay Valley

Historic Red Clay Valley preserves and interprets the natural, cultural, and railroad heritage of Northern Delaware, specifically the features of the Red Clay Valley, for the education and enjoyment of the public.
Revenue
$1.7m
Assets
$12.7m
Employees
13
EIN
51-6015896
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia

Preservation Alliance promotes historic preservation and offers architectural tours interpreting the past, present, and future of Philadelphia.
Revenue
$888.8k
Assets
$1.0m
Employees
9
EIN
23-2106589
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Franklin Inn Club

The Club is an association of book lovers that holds monthly meetings from october to june. Monthly meetings consist of a reception and dinner. Members meet at the Franklin Inn Club for monthly meetings in addition to other special events.
Revenue
$1.5m
Assets
$1.6m
Employees
1
EIN
23-0597690
IRS type
501(c)(7)
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