named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Audio Tour
Self-guided audio tour that provides commentary on exhibits throughout the museum, explaining historical and technical aspects of maple syrup production
Educational Exhibits
Three-floor exhibit space covering the history of maple syrup production from Native American techniques to modern methods, including replicas of sugarhouses and lumber camps, and displays of equipment and tools
International Maple Hall of Fame
Honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the maple syrup industry; inducts two honorees annually during the museum's opening ceremony, selected by the North American Maple Syrup Council
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Local History Preservation and Education 1 activity
- Offer educational and group toursProvides guided group and school tours upon request, as well as audio tours to explain museum exhibits on maple syrup production, supporting public education about the cultural and industrial history of maple syrup.
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Museum and Historical Gift Shops 1 activity
- Operate a gift shop and sell maple productsOperates a gift shop that sells souvenirs, maple products, and bulk maple syrup to cooperatives and wholesale buyers, supporting both visitor engagement and revenue generation.
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Local History Museum Operations 1 activity
- Operate a museum dedicated to the history and production of maple syrupOperates a three-floor museum in Croghan, NY, featuring exhibits on the history and evolution of maple syrup production in North America, including traditional Native American methods, early syrup-making techniques, equipment, containers, sugar molds, logging tools, and modern innovations such as plastic tubing and stainless steel evaporators. Includes a replica sugar house, equipment room, and a replica lumber camp kitchen and office to illustrate the connection between maple production and logging.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Manage the American Maple Hall of FameAdministers the American Maple Hall of Fame, established in 1977, which recognizes excellence in research, development, and leadership in the North American maple industry. Inducts two individuals annually during May opening ceremonies and maintains a dedicated exhibit space with photos and plaques of inductees.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$52K
Contributions & grants$20K38%
Program service revenue$14K26%
Investment income$6961%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$53K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$33K
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$214K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$214K
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +42.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jennavieve Edwards | Administrator | 24 | $23K |
| Rachel Gould | Intern | 8 | $6K |
board members · 8
- Bruce Widrick — Member, Board of Trustees
- Catherine Yancey — Member, Board of Trustees
- Jacob Moser — Member, Board of Trustees
- Kevin Ardison — Member Board of Trustees
- Luke Moser — Board of Trustees Member
- Patrica Farney — Member, Board of Trustees
- Todd Simpson — Member Board of Trustees
- Warren Allen — Member, Board of Trustees
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Frontier Communications Partner — Email contact hosted through frontier.com domain, indicating a partnership or service relationship with Frontier Communications.
- Hall of Fame Partner — Collaborates on recognition of individuals contributing to the maple syrup industry.
- International Maple Syrup Institute Government — Recognizes the International Maple Museum Centre.
- International Maple Syrup Institute Partner — Recognizes and supports the International Maple Hall of Fame hosted by the organization.
- Maple Ambassadors Partner — Partners with Maple Ambassadors to promote education and outreach about maple syrup production.
- North American Maple Syrup Council Government — Recognizes and supports the International Maple Hall of Fame hosted by the organization.
- North American Maple Syrup Council Government — Selects inductees for the American Maple Hall of Fame and recognizes the museum.
- North American Maple Syrup Council Partner — Partner organization that established the Maple Hall of Fame at the museum and nominates inductees.
- PayPal Partner — Uses PayPal as a payment processing partner for online transactions.
- Robert and Florence Lamb Partner — Donated the former Leo Memorial School building and contributed personal collection of antique syrup-making equipment and logging tools.
- cooperatives Partner — Sells bulk maple syrup to cooperatives.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Cultural Heritage Preservation through Artifact and Method Demonstration 239 orgsmethodology: cultural_heritage_preservationBy collecting and exhibiting historical tools and showcasing traditional techniques like evaporation alongside modern methods, the museum preserves and transmits cultural and industrial heritage, because tangible artifacts and process comparisons make intangible knowledge accessible across generations.shared approach: Immersive Engagement →
- Museum-Based Education with Integrated Historical Context 239 orgsmethodology: museum-based educationBy integrating maple syrup production with related historical domains such as logging—through exhibits like replica lumber camps and logging tools—the museum strengthens public understanding of the industry’s socio-economic roots, because contextualized history fosters deeper engagement and learning.shared approach: Immersive Engagement →
- Recognition of Excellence to Advance Industry Innovation 45 orgsmethodology: recognition-of-excellenceBy publicly recognizing leadership, research, and development in the maple industry, the museum stimulates innovation and professional pride, because formal recognition incentivizes knowledge sharing and excellence.shared approach: Recognition-Driven Engagement →