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GILA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

GLOBE, AZ · EIN 953313718 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · Micro (<$100K) · www.gilahistoricalmuseum.org
revenue
$97K
expenses
$66K
net assets
$209K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TO PRESERVE THE UNIQUE HISTORY OF GILA COUNTY AND TO EDUCATE OUR CITIZENS ABOUT OUR HERITAGE.

profile · synthesized from sources

Historical museum and society based in Globe, Arizona, dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of Gila County, with a focus on mining, rural life, and local heritage. Operates a museum in the historic 1920 Mine Rescue Station, offering exhibits, a research library, and educational programs. Run primarily by volunteers and supported by donations and memberships.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Exhibits Program
Curates and maintains exhibits on key historical figures and themes, such as Governor George W.P. Hunt and local mining heritage
Hospitality Partners Program
Partnership with local hotels and restaurants offering visitors discounts on museum merchandise in exchange for receipts
Old Dominion Days / Old Dominion Cup Tournament
Annual event featuring historical reenactments and a competitive tournament, fostering collaboration with other historical museums
Research Library Services
Offers access to historical records and research assistance on family history, mining, and rural Arizona through trained docents and volunteers
activities · 4 clusters

what they do

  • Discounted Cultural Merchandise Sales 7 activities
    • Distribute annual calendars to the public
      Sells 2026 calendars to the public for $10 each as part of its outreach and educational programming.
    • Distributes annual calendars to the public
      Sells 2026 calendars to the public for $10 each as part of its outreach and educational programming.
    • Distributing calendars
      The organization distributes 2026 calendars to the public for a fee.
    • Offer retail discounts through partnership program
      Provides a 10% discount on museum merchandise and books to visitors who present a receipt from a Hospitality Partner, encouraging collaboration and visitation.
    • Offering merchandise discounts
      The organization offers a 10% discount on merchandise and books to visitors who present a receipt from a Hospitality Partner.
    • Offers retail discounts to museum visitors
      Provides a 10% discount on merchandise and books to visitors who present a receipt from a Hospitality Partner, encouraging visitation and engagement.
    • Sell commemorative calendars and offer retail discounts
      Distributes 2026 calendars for $10 each and provides a 10% discount on merchandise and books to visitors with a receipt from a Hospitality Partner.
  • Native American Cultural Center & Museum Operations 4 activities
    • Curates exhibits on Arizona historical figures
      Features exhibits on prominent Arizona historical figures, including Governor George W.P. Hunt, with displays of personal artifacts such as those from his bedroom.
    • Operate historical exhibits on Governor George W.P. Hunt
      Features exhibits and displays artifacts from Governor George W.P. Hunt's life, including items from his bedroom, to educate the public on Arizona's early political history.
    • Operate museum exhibits on historical figures and local heritage
      Features exhibits on Governor George W.P. Hunt, including artifacts from his bedroom, to educate the public about Arizona's political and cultural history.
    • Operating a historical museum
      The organization operates a historical museum that features exhibits, including one on Governor George W.P. Hunt, and displays artifacts from his bedroom.
  • Member-Focused Social Events 4 activities
    • Host historical events and competitions
      Organized the first Old Dominion Cup Tournament on April 27, 2025, culminating in the awarding of a copper trophy to the Mesa Historical Museum.
    • Host historical events and tournaments
      Organizes and hosts public historical events, such as the Old Dominion Cup Tournament held on April 27, 2025, which included awarding a copper trophy to the Mesa Historical Museum.
    • Hosting historical tournaments
      The organization hosted the first Old Dominion Cup Tournament, awarding a copper trophy to a historical museum.
    • Hosts historical events and tournaments
      Organizes and hosts historical events such as the Old Dominion Cup Tournament, held on April 27, 2025, which included awarding a copper trophy to the Mesa Historical Museum.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Operates a research library for public use
      Provides access to a research library with resources on genealogy, rural Arizona history (particularly southern Gila County), and local mining history relevant to Globe and Miami; offers research assistance through trained docents.
    • Provide historical and genealogical research services
      Operates a research library with trained docents that assist visitors in family history research, rural Arizona history (particularly southern Gila County), and local mining history relevant to Globe and Miami communities.
    • Provide public access to historical research resources
      Operates a research library that offers assistance and resources on genealogy, family history, rural Arizona history (particularly southern Gila County), and the local mining industry in Globe and Miami.
    • Providing historical and genealogical research services
      The organization operates a research library and provides assistance for visitors and the public in finding information on genealogy, rural Arizona history (specifically southern Gila County), and the local mining industry (relevant to Globe and Miami communities) through trained docents and resources.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$97K
Contributions & grants$84K86%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$30%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$66K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$209K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$209K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -13.9%
relationships · 25

who they work with

  • Belle-Aire Motel Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Bloom on Broad Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Bravo Americano Moderno Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Chrysacholla Inn Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Copper Bistro Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Copper Hills Inn Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Days Inn Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • DeMarco's Italian Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • El Rey Motel Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a platform for sharing information and engaging with the public.
  • Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to share museum events and engage with the community.
  • Gila County Historical Society Partner — Operates the Gila County Museum as part of the Gila County Historical Society.
  • Holiday Inn Express Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Judy's Cookhouse Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Kari's Copper Cantina Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • La Casita Cafe Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • La Casita East Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Mesa Historical Museum Partner — Collaborated on hosting the Old Dominion Cup Tournament.
  • Motel 6 Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Night Inn Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Nurdberger Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • The Copper Hen Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Time Travelers Network — Participates in the Time Travelers network, offering reciprocal admission to member museums.
  • TravelLodge Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum
  • Waggin' Vineyard & Estate Partner — Hospitality Partner offering reciprocal benefits with the museum