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PINAL COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

FLORENCE, AZ · EIN 866055125 · Form 990PF · FY2022 · NTEE A80 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.pchmuseum.org
revenue
$135K
expenses
$140K
net assets
$834K
employees
profile · synthesized from sources

The Pinal County Historical Society operates a museum dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of Florence and the surrounding Pinal County area in Arizona. It collects and displays artifacts, offers educational programs, and serves as a community hub for cultural engagement. The organization focuses on bringing local stories to life through engaging exhibits and research collections.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Children's Activities
Includes a museum scavenger hunt, children's activity nook, and special family-friendly events, with free admission for children 18 and under.
Educational Programming
Activities and events designed to educate the public about the history of Florence, Pinal County, and Arizona, including a children's activity nook and special events.
First Saturdays
Monthly event (September-June) with waived admission fees and family-friendly activities.
Museum Exhibits
Displays of artifacts and historical information focusing on Florence and the Gila River valley, including agricultural equipment, retired fire vehicles, and a homestead cottage.
Research Collection
A diverse collection of historical materials available for academic and community-based research.
activities · 7 groups

what they do

  • Historical Collections & Archives Management 2 activities
    • Maintaining a Research Collection
      Maintains a diverse research collection that supports academic and community-based research, exhibitions, programs, and events related to local history.
    • Preserving and Exhibiting Historical Collections
      Preserves the history of Florence and Pinal County by professionally handling and displaying an extensive collection of artifacts for public exhibition and educational programming.
  • Museum Membership Benefits Program 2 activities
    • Offering Membership Benefits
      Provides members with benefits such as free unlimited museum admission, discounted access to special programs, and a digital newsletter subscription.
    • Providing Member Benefits
      Offers members free unlimited admission to the museum, regular museum programs at no cost, and discounted access to special programs like the Christmas Party.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 2 activities
    • Publishing a Monthly Newsletter
      Publishes a monthly digital newsletter for members and the public, featuring museum updates, upcoming events, historical spotlights, and behind-the-scenes stories about its collections and community.
    • Publishing a Monthly Newsletter
      Publishes a monthly digital newsletter for members and the public, featuring museum updates, upcoming events, historical spotlights, and behind-the-scenes stories about collections and the community.
  • Museum Exhibits & Collections Stewardship 1 activity
    • Maintaining a Research Collection
      Maintains a diverse research collection that supports academic and community-based research, informs exhibitions, and contributes to programs and events.
  • Native American Cultural Center & Museum Operations 1 activity
    • Operating a Historical Museum
      Operates a museum in Florence, AZ, with specific hours of operation, including seasonal closures. The museum features engaging displays and artifacts, an extensive collection of agricultural equipment, retired fire vehicles, and a homestead cottage, preserving the history of Florence and Pinal County.
  • Youth & School Educational Programs 1 activity
    • Providing Educational Programs and Activities
      Offers regular museum programs, a scavenger hunt, a children's activity nook, and special events for children to educate the public about local history.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Operating a Local History Museum
      Operates a museum in Florence, AZ, with engaging displays and artifacts, including agricultural equipment, retired fire vehicles, and a homestead cottage, open to the public with specific hours and seasonal closures. The museum offers free admission and family-friendly activities on the first Saturday of every month from September to June.
    • Providing Educational Programs and Events
      Offers regular museum programs, special events, and family-friendly activities for children, including a museum scavenger hunt and a children's activity nook. Admission fees are waived on the first Saturday of every month from September to June to encourage community participation.
financials · form 990PF · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$135K
Contributions & grants$89K66%
Program service revenue
Investment income$13K10%
Other revenue$10K
expenses
Total expenses$140K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$835K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$834K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -18.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 6
  • ALISON FELIZ — DIRECTOR
  • CAROLYN SMITH — DIRECTOR
  • CARROLL MICHAEL — DIRECTOR
  • DORIS HAGEMANN — DIRECTOR
  • LAURA RANDAHL — DIRECTOR
  • STEVE WEST — DIRECTOR
relationships · 7

who they work with

  • Central Arizona College Partner — Sophie Dessart, a PCHS Board Member, also serves on the Board of Directors for Central Arizona College.
  • Florence Copper Partner — Sophie Dessart, Manager of Communications and Public Affairs for Florence Copper, serves on the PCHS Board.
  • Florence Copper Community Foundation Partner — Sophie Dessart, a PCHS Board Member, is President of the Florence Copper Community Foundation.
  • Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce Partner — Sophie Dessart, a PCHS Board Member, also serves on the Board of Directors for the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.
  • Pinal Alliance for Economic Growth Partner — Sophie Dessart, a PCHS Board Member, also serves on the Board of Directors for the Pinal Alliance for Economic Growth.
  • State of Arizona Historical Society Government — Received accreditation from the State of Arizona Historical Society
  • United Way of Pinal County Partner — Sophie Dessart, a PCHS Board Member, also serves on the Board of Directors for the United Way of Pinal County.