Brownville Historical Society Incorporated is located in Brownville, NE. The organization was established in 1958. According to its NTEE Classification (A80) the organization is classified as: Historical Organizations, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Brownville Historical Society Incorporated 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 11/2023, Brownville Historical Society Incorporated generated $245.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 27.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $319.2k during the year ending 11/2023. While expenses have increased by 37.7% per year over the past 5 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT HISTORIC BROWNVILLE, NEBRASKA
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN HISTORIC ATTRACTIONS IN BROWNVILLE, NEBRASKA. THE SAGE & WHEEL MUSEUMS, LAND OFFICE, BOETTNER PARK, AND DEPOT & RAILROAD HISTORY MUSEUM ARE VISITED BY MIDLANDERS FROM THE ENTIRE AREA.
PROVIDE POST-SECONDARY SCHOLARSHIP TO ELIGIBLE BROWNVILLE AREA HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN THREE HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT LANDMARKS IN BROWNVILLE, NEBRASKA. THOUSANDS VISIT THE CAPTAIN BAILEY HOUSE, CARSON HOUSE, AND CARRIAGE HOUSE ANNUALLY.
HOST FLEAMARKETS, OLD TIME AUTUMN CELEBRATIONS, A GOLF TOURNAMENT, AN ANNUAL DINNER, CHRISTMAS TOURS AND MORE. ATTENDED BY THOUSANDS WHO ENJOY THE OLD FASHIONED FLAVORS OF HISTORIC BROWNVILLE, NEBRASKA. THIS TOTAL ALSO INCLUDES 231,164 OF CREATIVE DISTRICT COMMITTEE EXPENDITURES FOR DEVELOPMENT OF THE ARTS AND INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS. HVAC UPGRADES WERE INCLUDED IN MANY LOCATIONS. ATTRACTIONS THAT SAW IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDE THE BROWNVILLE VILLAGE THEATRE, THE ICE HOUSE, THE FURNACE HOUSE AND THE WELCOME CENTER. FUNDS WERE ALSO USED TO PROVIDE IMPROVEMENTS TO THE BROWNVILLE ART & NATURE PROJECTS, THE BROWNVILLE EDUCATIONAL CENTER FOR ARTS & HUMANITIES, THE BROWNVILLE FINE ARTS ASSOCIATION AND THE BROWNVILLE CONCERT SERIES. SUPPORT WAS ALSO PROVIDED TO IMPROVEMENTS MADE TO THE MERIWETHER LEWIS RIVER DREDGE ATTRACTION LOCATED IN BROWNVILLE.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Chris Kennedy President | Officer | $0 | |
David Kaufman MD Vice Preside | Officer | $0 | |
Colleen Nieland Secretary | Officer | $0 | |
D Elaine Knapp Treasurer | Officer | $0 | |
Sue Kunert Board Member | Trustee | $0 | |
Ron Heskett Board Member | Trustee | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $3,601 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $177,235 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $180,836 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $310 |
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 | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $245,406 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $500 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $0 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $0 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $600 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $365 |
Office expenses | $383 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $10,086 |
Travel | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Insurance | $7,899 |
All other expenses | $24,192 |
Total functional expenses | $319,229 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $177,009 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $11,183 |
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 | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $236,243 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $424,435 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $0 |
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 | $0 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $424,435 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
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 | $424,435 |