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Jerome Historical Society

Jerome, AZ · EIN 860145678 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE A82Z · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.jeromehistoricalsociety.com
revenue
$593K
expenses
$475K
net assets
$905K
employees
7
program ratio
79%
mission · from form 990

THE MISSION OF THE JEROME HISTORICAL SOCIETY IS TO COLLECT, PROTECT, PRESERE AND PRESENT THE UNIQUE PHYSICAL, CULTURAL AND MINING HISTORY OF JEROME THROUGH ITS BULILDINGS, ACRCHIVES, LIBRARY, MUSEUMS AND OTHER PROGRAMS. THE SOCIETY WILL BE THE REPOSITORY FRO PRIMARY MATERIALS THAT DOCUMENT THIS HISTORY AND WILL BE COMMITTED TO PUBLIC AND AND SCHOLARLY INQUIRY.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Jerome Historical Society is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of Jerome, Arizona, through various museums and historical sites. It serves the local community and visitors by providing educational resources and exhibits that highlight the town's mining heritage and diverse cultural background. Established in 1953, the Society operates several facilities, including the Mine Museum and Audrey Headframe Park.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $0
    THE SOCIETY MANAGES AND MAINTAINS 8 BUILDINGS IN HISTORIC JEROME, TWO INTERPRETIVE PARKS INCLUDING ART PARK WHERE ARTISANS DISPLAY THEIR CREATIONS. DURING 2020 THE TOWN WELCOMED OVER 1 MILLION VISITORS.
named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Audrey Headframe Park
Preserves the historical Audrey shaft and headframe, showcasing the mining operations of the United Verde Extension Company.
Mine Museum
Features exhibits on Jerome's mining history, including artifacts and displays that reflect the town's diverse cultural heritage.
Research Services
Offers research assistance and access to archives containing historical documents, photographs, and artifacts related to Jerome.
activities · 10 groups

what they do

  • Historic Mining & Mineral Exhibits 9 activities
    • Develop and maintain public parks and scenic overlooks
      Developed and maintains the Scenic Overlook off Highway 89A, featuring a viewing deck, mining equipment, and interpretive plaques with views of Jerome and the Douglas Mansion. Also maintains Audrey Headframe Park, which includes the historic Audrey shaft and headframe, and established Art Park (Laura Williams Park) as a venue for local artists.
    • Operate Audrey Headframe Park
      Maintains and operates the Audrey Headframe Park, which features the Audrey shaft and headframe, originally constructed in 1918 by the United Verde Extension (UVX) Company.
    • Operate Audrey Headframe Park
      Maintains and operates the Audrey Headframe Park, which features the Audrey shaft and headframe, originally constructed in 1918 by the United Verde Extension (UVX) Company.
    • Operate Museums and Historic Sites
      The organization operates the Mine Museum, which features displays on Jerome's history, mining equipment, and the diverse ethnicities that contributed to the town's development. They also maintain the Audrey Headframe Park, Art Park, and a Scenic Overlook with mining equipment and interpretive plaques.
    • Operate Scenic Overlook
      Operates a scenic viewing area off Highway 89A in Jerome, developed in late 2006, featuring a viewing deck, installed mining equipment, and interpretive plaques, offering views of Jerome and the Douglas Mansion.
    • Operate Scenic Overlook
      Developed and operates a scenic viewing area off Highway 89A in Jerome, featuring a viewing deck, installed mining equipment, and interpretive plaques, offering views of Jerome and the Douglas Mansion.
    • Operate and maintain historical museums and exhibits
      Operates multiple museums including the Mine Museum, which features displays on Jerome's history, mining equipment, gambling artifacts, and contributions of diverse ethnic groups, as well as exhibits in the New State Motor Building. The museum collection primarily consists of mining artifacts and historic items such as a Colt pistol, Chinese laundry machine, and hospital equipment.
    • Operate the Mine Museum and Gift Shop
      Operates the Mine Museum and an associated gift shop, which opened in the early 1950s, featuring displays on Jerome's history, mining equipment, gambling artifacts, and exhibits on the diverse ethnic groups who contributed to the town's development. The museum also houses a collection of mining artifacts.
    • Operate the Mine Museum and Gift Shop
      Operates the Mine Museum and an associated gift shop, which opened in the early 1950s, featuring displays on Jerome's history, mining equipment, gambling artifacts, and exhibits on the diverse ethnic groups who contributed to the town's development. The museum also maintains a collection of mining artifacts.
  • Historical Collections & Archives Management 6 activities
    • Maintain and Provide Access to Historical Archives
      Maintains an archive of thousands of original photos, documents, artifacts, books, and audio-visual materials related to Jerome's history, including personal papers, family albums, government records, and historic newspapers. Provides research services to the public and researchers, offering access to these collections via visitor computers in the Archives office.
    • Maintain and Provide Access to Historical Archives
      Maintains an archive of thousands of original photos, documents, manuscripts, audio-visual materials, family albums, government records, business records, ephemera, maps, blueprints, and historic newspapers related to Jerome's history. Provides research services to the public and researchers, including access to these materials on visitor computers.
    • Manage and preserve historical archives and collections
      Collects, preserves, and maintains extensive archives including original photos, documents, manuscripts, audio-visual materials, family albums, government records, historic newspapers, maps, blueprints, and books related to Jerome’s history. Provides access to these materials for research and public use.
    • Preserve and Archive Jerome's History
      The organization collects and archives photos, artifacts, books, and documents related to Jerome's history, including personal papers, photographs, family albums, government and utilities records, and historic newspapers. They maintain a photo archive and a library collection of locally-written books and mining history publications.
    • Provide Research Services
      The organization offers research services to the public and researchers, assisting individuals in exploring the history of Jerome, Arizona, and providing access to photos, newspapers, and movies on visitor computers in the Archives office.
    • Provide research services for historical inquiry
      Offers research services to the public and scholars, including one free hour for members, with access to visitor computers containing photos, newspapers, and films. Services support exploration of Jerome’s history through archival materials.
  • Community Facility Rental Services 4 activities
    • Operate Spook Hall Venue
      Operates Spook Hall, formerly the Old J.C. Penney building, as a venue for various public and private events such as craft shows, concerts, weddings, and exhibits.
    • Operate Spook Hall Venue
      The organization operates Spook Hall, formerly the Old J.C. Penney building, as a venue for craft shows, concerts, weddings, exhibits, and public and private gatherings.
    • Operate Spook Hall Venue
      Operates Spook Hall, formerly the Old J.C. Penney building, as a venue for various public and private events such as craft shows, concerts, weddings, and exhibits.
    • Operate historic buildings and public venues
      Owns and operates multiple historic buildings including Spook Hall (a former J.C. Penney building), the New State Motor Building, and Audrey Headframe Park. These sites serve as cultural and event spaces, with Spook Hall used for weddings, craft shows, concerts, and exhibits.
  • Community Oral History Interviews 3 activities
    • Conduct and Preserve Oral Histories
      Produces and hosts video interviews with long-time Jerome residents, recording and preserving their oral histories as part of the Jerome Resident Video Interviews project.
    • Produce and preserve oral histories
      Records, produces, and maintains video interviews with long-time Jerome residents through the Jerome Resident Video Interviews project, preserving personal narratives and community memory.
    • Record Oral Histories
      The organization produces and hosts video interviews with long-time Jerome residents, recording and preserving their oral histories through the Jerome Resident Video Interviews project.
  • Historic Building Restoration & Adaptive Reuse 2 activities
    • Historic Building Acquisition and Restoration
      Acquired the Jerome Episcopal Christ Church building in 1953 and restored it between 1976 and 1977, redesigning its interior for use as an assembly hall and theater, which later became the organization's archives and administrative offices by 2001.
    • Maintain Historical Properties
      Maintains a variety of historical buildings and sites in and around Jerome, including the Jerome Episcopal Christ Church building, which was acquired in 1953 and restored, later becoming the organization's archives and administrative offices.
  • Historic House Museum Operations 2 activities
    • Operate the New State Motor Building
      Operates the New State Motor Building, which was purchased in 1956. A floor was revitalized in 2008 to add a museum, public restrooms, and 7 retail spaces, a project recognized as "Project of the Year" by Arizona State Parks in 2010.
    • Operate the New State Motor Building
      Operates the New State Motor Building, which was purchased in 1956. A floor was revitalized in 2008 to add a museum, public restrooms, and seven retail spaces, a project recognized as "Project of the Year" by Arizona State Parks in 2010.
  • Museum Membership Benefits Program 2 activities
    • Provide Member Benefits
      Offers various benefits to members, including free admission to museums, a 15% discount on gift shop and online purchases, a subscription to the Chronicle Newsletter, and one free hour of research services.
    • Support members with benefits and communications
      Provides membership benefits including free museum admission, a 15% discount on gift shop and online purchases, a subscription to the Chronicle Newsletter, and one free hour of research services.
  • Veteran and Community Oral Histories 1 activity
    • Conduct and Preserve Oral Histories
      Produces and hosts video interviews with long-time Jerome residents to record and preserve their oral histories, making them available for public access.
  • Historical Publishing on Mining & Geology 1 activity
    • Maintain a Library Collection
      Maintains a library collection consisting of locally-written books and publications focused on mining history.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Operate Art Park
      Operates Laura Williams Park, also known as Art Park, established in the late 1970s, providing a venue for local Jerome artists to display and sell their art, including handmade jewelry, pottery, and textiles, and for visitors to interact directly with the artists.
    • Operate Art Park (Laura Williams Park)
      Operates Laura Williams Park, also known as Art Park, established in the late 1970s, providing a venue for local Jerome artists to display and sell their art and for visitors to interact directly with the artists.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$593K
Contributions & grants$34K6%
Program service revenue$319K54%
Investment income$270%
Other revenue$240K
expenses
Total expenses$475K
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$243K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$968K
Cash$311K
Investments$0
Liabilities$63K
Net assets$905K
Liquid reserves7.8 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +13.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Jean Kinsella General Manager 40 $73K
board members · 8
  • Allen Muma — Vice President
  • DON FEHER — Director
  • Frank Vander-Horst — Treasurer
  • Mary Beth Barr — President
  • Mike Parry — Director
  • SCOTT HUDSON — Executive Dir.
  • Steve Pontious — President
  • Tracy Weisel — Sergeant of Arm
relationships · 4

who they work with

  • Arizona State Parks Funder — Received Historical Preservation Heritage Funds from Arizona State Parks in 2008 for the revitalization of the New State Motor Building.
  • Arizona State Parks Government — Provided Historical Preservation Heritage Funds for the revitalization of the New State Motor Building and awarded the project of the year in 2010.
  • Arizona State Parks Partner — Awarded "project of the year" by Arizona State Parks in 2010 for the New State Motor Building project.
  • United Verde Extension (UVX) Company Partner — Historical partner in the development and operation of the Audrey shaft and headframe.