Erie County Historical Society
- Assets
- $19.4m
- Revenue
- $1.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 14
- Location
- Erie, PA
- Founding
- 05/1978
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 25-1213025
Organization Overview
Erie County Historical Society is located in Erie, PA. The organization was established in 1978. According to its NTEE Classification (A80) the organization is classified as: Historical Organizations, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Erie County Historical Society employed 14 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Erie County Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2021, Erie County Historical Society generated $1.4m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (3.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.4m during the year ending 06/2021. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE ERIE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INSPIRES AND ENGAGES THROUGH DYNAMIC EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, COMMUNITY OUTREACH, AND WITH RELEVEANT EXHIBITS AND PUBLICATIONS. WE PRESERVE OUR COLLECTIONS AND ARCHIVES TO SERVE AS A COMPREHENSIVE, ACCESSIBLE RESOURCH FOR ALL.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE ERIE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY-HAGEN HISTORY CENTER IS LOCATED ON A 2.4 ACRE CAMPUS WITH FOUR MUSEUM BUILDINGS, CONTAINING MORE THAN 37,000 SQUARE FEET. THE NEWEST EXHIBIT FEATURES FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT'S ORIGINAL SAN FRANCISCO OFFICE AND MULTIPLE ARTIFACTS FROM ONE OF THE RETIRED OFFICE ADMINISTRATORS. THE DISPLAY ALSO INCLUDES FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT'S BUTTERFLY WING BRIDGE MODEL AND A GALLERY WITH COMMODORE OLIVER HAZARD PERRY'S TELESCOPE AND SWORD FROM THE BATTLE OF LAKE ERIE. THE WATSON-CURTZE MANSION, A 12,000 SQUARE FOOT VICTORIAN HOME BUILT IN 1891, INCLUDES INCREDIBLE ARCHITECTURE, PERIOD DECOR AND MULTIPLE COLLECTIONS WITH A FOCUS ON CHILDREN'S EXHIBITS, GRISWOLD CAST IRON, VICTORIAN CLOTHING, CIVIL WAR MEMORIABILIA AND SERVANTS' QUARTERS. THE WOOD-MORRISON HOUSE IS AN 1850'S HOME HOUSING MILITARY EXHIBITS TELLING STORIES OF MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVED IN ARMED FORCES SPANNING FROM THE FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR UP TO CURRENT TIMES. ALSO CHRONICLED IS THE RISE AND FALL OF THE ERIE EXTENSION CANAL, WHICH FLOWED NEXT TO THE BUILDING IN THE 1830'S. COMING UP: A NEW EXHIBIT WILL FOCUS ON "ERIE:THE STORY OF US".
THE CARRIAGE HOUSE INCLUDES RESEARCH FACILITIES, A READING ROOM, LIBRARY AND A GIFT SHOP. THE ARCHIVES BUILDING CONTAINS MORE THAN 200 YEARS OF HISTORY AND MULITIPLE COLLECTIONS OF DIARIES, LETTERS, BOOKS, REPORTS, PHOTOGRAPHS AND OTHER HISTORICAL RESOURCES. THE ARCHIVE STAFF IS CURRENTLY DIGITIZING COLLECTIONS TO MAKE HISTORY ACCESSIBLE TO RESEARCHERS WHO CANNOT PHYSICALLY VISIT THE CENTER.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS ARE PART OF THE MUSEUM'S OUTREACH EFFORTS. MANY STUDENTS VISIT THE CAMPUS ANNUALLY FOR CURRICULUM-SPECIFIC LESSONS, AND STAFF MEMBERS TAKE HISTORY INTO THE CLASSROOMS WITH ARTIFACTS AND PRESENTATIONS THAT ENGAGE ELEMENTARY PUPILS TO COLLEGE COEDS IN INSPIRING AND INTERACTIVE PROGRAMS. THE CENTER ALSO PRESENTS REGULAR EVENTS WITH EXPERTS WHO DISCUSS CURRENT AND HISTORICAL TOPICS IN LIVE AND RECORDED FORMATS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
George Deutsch Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $89,885 |
Mark Squeglia Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kelly Montefiori President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Mark Murphy Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Mark Steg Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Douglas Vicary Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $39,111 |
| Fundraising events | $18,839 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $34,091 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,262,227 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,354,268 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $120 |
| Investment income | $5,630 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | -$3,658 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,361,164 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $89,885 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $22,471 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $368,628 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $38,708 |
| Payroll taxes | $36,836 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $22,367 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $108,700 |
| Advertising and promotion | $18,575 |
| Office expenses | $18,241 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $1,696 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $420,790 |
| Insurance | $82,872 |
| All other expenses | $183,672 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,421,317 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $378,332 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,179,513 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $889 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $5,012 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $10,774,435 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $7,049,581 |
| Total assets | $19,387,762 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $115,060 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $307,087 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $422,147 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $12,284,444 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $6,681,171 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $19,387,762 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 7 grants that Erie County Historical Society has recieved totaling $318,292.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Erie Community Foundation Erie, PA PURPOSE: VARIOUS PROJECTS | $292,457 |
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $14,310 |
Britton Family Foundation Erie, PA PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $10,000 |
Mcbrier Foundation Inc Fairview, PA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING FUND | $1,000 |
Ge Foundation Norwalk, CT PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFTS | $350 |
Ge Foundation Norwalk, CT PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFTS | $100 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $5,873,891 |
| Earnings | $1,175,690 |
| Ending Balance | $7,049,581 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Friends Of The High Line Inc New York, NY | $106,621,000 | $20,114,000 |
World Monuments Fund Inc New York, NY | $56,711,356 | $20,259,179 |
Historic Hudson Valley Pocantico Hills, NY | $88,361,473 | $19,006,453 |
Franklin County Historical Society Columbus, OH | $23,539,656 | $19,471,266 |
The Fort Ticonderoga Association Inc Ticonderoga, NY | $22,583,346 | $10,084,437 |
Historical Society Of Western Pennsylvania Pittsburgh, PA | $61,152,096 | $7,849,869 |
Statue Of Liberty Ellis Island Foundation Inc New York, NY | $69,211,443 | $8,809,212 |
Sunset Memorial Park Association North Olmsted, OH | $79,187,854 | $7,193,716 |
Cuyahoga Valley Preservation And Scenic Railway Association Peninsula, OH | $11,093,810 | $8,580,241 |
Philos Project Inc New York, NY | $1,194,685 | $1,246,393 |
Western Reserve Historical Society Cleveland, OH | $45,747,344 | $9,269,565 |
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens Inc Akron, OH | $11,720,685 | $5,111,685 |