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California history museums

There are 339history museums in California. Combined, these Californianhistory museumsemploy 1,518 people, earn more than $209 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $1 billion.
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History museums by major California cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Los Angeles
85
$58,968,468
San Francisco
42
$31,848,499
Riverside
29
$15,823,417
San Diego
21
$52,896,235
Sacramento
15
$3,791,439
San Jose
13
$14,794,498
Santa Maria
12
$5,549,314
San Luis Obispo
10
$1,593,895
Bakersfield
9
$850,987
Santa Rosa
8
$2,145,862
Showing 10 of 25metros

Job trends for California history museums

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
74
1-10
58
11-25
15
26-100
10
101 to 1,000
3
1,000+
0
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Sizes of history museums in California

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
135
$250k to $1M
49
$1M to $5M
21
$5M to $25M
11
$25M to $100M
1
$100M+
0
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Directory of history museums in California

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The Contemporary Jewish Museum

The Contemporary Jewish Museum challenges and inspires audiences by making the diversity of the Jewish experience relevant through innovative exhibitions and programs. Chad Coerver runs this museum which is located in San Francisco, CA.
Revenue
$5.9m
Assets
$76.2m
Employees
79
EIN
47-0920831
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Uss Midway Museum

The USS Midway Museum's mission is to preserve the historic USS Midway and the legacy of those who serve, inspire and educate future generations, and entertain their museum guests.
Revenue
$36.7m
Assets
$100.2m
Employees
247
EIN
33-0556416
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Armenian American Museum and Cultural Center of California

Armenian American Museum and Cultural Center of California educates the public on the Armenian American story and culture through its organization as a history museum.
Revenue
$19.6m
Assets
$41.4m
Employees
3
EIN
47-2465341
IRS type
501(c)(3)

CAIR-California

To enhance understanding of Islam, encourage dialogue, protect civil liberties, empower American Muslims, and build coalitions that promote justice and mutual understanding. To be a leading advocate for justice and mutual understanding.
Revenue
$9.0m
Assets
$16.5m
Employees
109
EIN
77-0411194
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Autry Museum of the American West

Autry Museum of the American West is a museum dedicated to exploring and sharing the stories, experiences, and perceptions of the diverse peoples of the American West, connecting the past to the present to inspire their shared future.
Revenue
$6.2m
Assets
$192.7m
Employees
192
EIN
95-3947744
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Walt Disney Family Museum (WDFM)

The Walt Disney Family Museum (WDFM) is an American museum that features the life and legacy of Walt Disney. The museum is located in The Presidio of San Francisco, part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area in San Francisco.
Revenue
$11.2m
Assets
$53.1m
Employees
78
EIN
46-4118590
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Computer History Museum (CHM)

The mission of the Computer History Museum is to preserve and present for posterity the artifacts and stories of the Information Age. The Computer History Museum is a nonprofit organization with a four-decade history.
Revenue
$9.5m
Assets
$71.2m
Employees
62
EIN
77-0507525
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Pacific Battleship Center (PBC)

To embody the American spirit through the preservation and interpretation of the Battleship IOWA, to educate the public on the accomplishments and sacrifices of American patriots, and to engage our guests in unique and exciting ways.
Revenue
$5.6m
Assets
$7.2m
Employees
79
EIN
26-3934742
IRS type
501(c)(3)

San Mateo County History Museum

The San Mateo County History Museum, housed in the old County Courthouse, offers visitors an opportunity to discover the San Francisco Peninsula's colorful past from the original Native American inhabitants of yesterday to the Silicon Valley innovators.
Revenue
$5.8m
Assets
$20.0m
Employees
21
EIN
23-7186194
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Masonic

The Masonic has re-opened its doors following a multi-million dollar renovation project that spanned the spring and summer of 2014. The Masonic's re-opening unveils a transformed space unlike any other of its size in the Bay Area.
Revenue
$2.9m
Assets
$12.3m
Employees
0
EIN
94-1266937
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Maritime Museum Association of San Diego

San Diego Maritime Museum restores and operates historic vessels, including the world's oldest active ship, welcoming 62k visitors annually.
Revenue
$5.0m
Assets
$17.7m
Employees
57
EIN
95-2130325
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Palm Springs Air Museum (PSAM)

The Museum's mission is to exhibit, educate and eternalize the role of the World War II combat aircraft and the role the pilots and American citizens had in winning the war.
Revenue
$8.6m
Assets
$24.6m
Employees
16
EIN
33-0615350
IRS type
501(c)(3)

SWC Museum Corporation

Fundraises for a Jerusalem-based center and Museum of Tolerance that promote human dignity, unity, and respect among Jews and all faiths.
Revenue
$7.5m
Assets
$192.0m
Employees
0
EIN
95-4786388
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Museum of Ventura County

Celebrating Ventura County's history, art and culture through collections, exhibits, and educational programs. Museums in Ventura and Santa Paula.
Revenue
$2.5m
Assets
$15.7m
Employees
37
EIN
95-1942930
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Friends of the Chinese American Museum

To foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of america's diverse heritage by researching, preserving, and sharing the history, rich cultural legacy, and continuing contributions of Chinese Americans.
Revenue
$831.2k
Assets
$3.0m
Employees
8
EIN
95-4176897
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Los Altos History Museum

Los Altos History Museum bridges past and present with engaging exhibits and educational programs in Los Altos, CA.
Revenue
$2.8m
Assets
$4.5m
Employees
12
EIN
94-2542813
IRS type
501(c)(3)

San Diego Automotive Museum

San Diego Automotive Museum's mission is to tell the story of the social and technological past, present and future of the automobile through its collections, exhibitions, and educational programs.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$4.7m
Employees
15
EIN
33-0147359
IRS type
501(c)(3)

International Printing Museum Foundation

A museum in LA dedicated to preserving and educating about printing history, providing educational programs to children and adults.
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$2.2m
Employees
0
EIN
33-0593200
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Rosie the Riveter Trust

Rosie the Riveter Trust honors and educates about World War II's societal changes through preservation of Richmond park sites.
Revenue
$985.1k
Assets
$6.9m
Employees
4
EIN
94-3335350
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The California Museum for History Women and the Arts

The California Museum engages visitors with California's rich history, arts, and culture through interactive experiences and educational programs.
Revenue
$3.4m
Assets
$16.2m
Employees
23
EIN
94-3015670
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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