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CHENANGO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
NORWICH, NY · EIN 237035407 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE A82Z · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · chenangohistorical.org
revenue
$278K
expenses
$327K
net assets
$3.6M
employees
6
volunteers
70
program ratio
58%
mission · from form 990

THE MISSION OF CCHS IS TO EXPLORE THE CULTURE OF CHENANGO COUNTY - ITS UNIQUE TRADITIONS AND NOTEWORTHY STORIES - THROUGH THE PRESERVATION AND PRESENTATION OF OUR LOCAL HERITAGE.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Chenango County Historical Society preserves and presents the local heritage of Chenango County, New York. It operates a museum and research center, offering educational programs, exhibitions, and public events focused on regional history, genealogy, and cultural traditions. The organization relies on volunteers, members, and donations to support its activities.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $10K
    TO EDUCATE THE GENERAL PUBLIC ON LOCAL HISTORY AND PROMOTE AND ENCOURAGE HISTORICAL RESEARCH IN CHENANGO COUNTY AND VICINITY.
  2. #2 $63
    EXPENSES ATTRIBUTED TO SPECIAL EVENTS HELD THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Chenango Canal Exhibits
Presents the history of the Chenango Canal (1834–1878) and includes a ⅔ scale model packet boat, "The Lillie," used for educational and public engagement purposes
James S. Flanagan Research Center
Provides access to genealogical and historical records including census, cemetery, family files, town histories, and vital statistics for Chenango County
Loomis Barn - Marshman Agriculture Education Center
Educates on the history and importance of agriculture in Chenango County from the Civil War era to present, housed in a historic 1867 barn
School Field Trip Program
Offers guided, interactive tours and object-based learning experiences for students visiting the museum as part of school field trips
activities · 8 groups

What they do

  • Local History Preservation and Education 3 activities
    • Develop and host historical exhibitions
      Curates and maintains rotating exhibits on topics including local artists, cultural traditions, and regional history, such as "Chenango County's 'Better Half': The Life and Works of Randy Glasbergen," "Creativity in Bloom," and "Six Pence in Your Shoes."
    • Maintain Heritage Wall of Honor
      Operates a physical and online Heritage Wall of Honor that displays names and biographical details of individuals affiliated with Chenango County.
    • Provide public education on local history and support historical research
      Offers educational programming and resources to promote understanding of Chenango County's history, including maintaining research materials and supporting scholarly inquiry in the region.
  • Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
    • Award annual scholarship to local students
      Funds the Elinor Robb Troicke Memorial Scholarship awarded each June to a graduating high school senior from Chenango County.
  • Local History Archival Access 1 activity
    • Maintain and manage historical collections and archives
      Collects, catalogs, and preserves over 35,000 historical objects and community-submitted materials, including the CCHS Journal and audio stories through the "Chenango Stories" initiative.
  • Educational Field Trips and Experiential Outings 1 activity
    • Offer educational field trips and object-based learning programs
      Provides hands-on field trip experiences for second graders from all Chenango County public school districts and customizable programs for youth groups, focusing on local history themes such as Native American culture, pioneer life, and the Chenango Canal.
  • Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
    • Operate and maintain historic museum buildings and campus
      Manages multiple historic structures including Ward School No. 2, Ross Schoolhouse, Loomis Barn, and other buildings as part of a museum campus, ensuring safety and accessibility through ongoing maintenance and operations.
  • Historic Site Public Programming 1 activity
    • Organize public events and programs to engage community with local history
      Hosts recurring special events such as "Path Through History," Summer Barn Party, National Youth Day, and heritage celebrations like 'America’s Potluck' and 'Turtle Island Festival' to connect the public with local history.
  • Digital Visitor Engagement via Mobile App 1 activity
    • Provide digital access to museum collections and exhibits
      Offers a free digital guide via the Bloomberg Connects app with behind-the-scenes content, exhibit information, transcripts, subtitles, and accessibility features including screen reader support and alt-text.
  • Local History Museum Operations 1 activity
    • Provide visitor services and museum operations support
      Offers mini-tours, museum shop services, and administrative support including donor correspondence and record keeping during public hours (Wed-Fri, 10AM–4PM).
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$278K
Contributions & grants$216K78%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$29K11%
Other revenue$32K
expenses
Total expenses$327K
Program expenses58%
Admin / overhead37%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$179K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.61M
Cash$207K
Investments$705K
Liabilities$19K
Net assets$3.59M
Liquid reserves33.5 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -31.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
JESSICA MOQUIN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $60K
board members · 9
  • DAN O'REILLY — VICE PRESIDENT
  • HEATHER COLLIER — SECRETARY
  • JASON SHEDD — PRESIDENT
  • JENNIFER OSOWSKI — TRUSTEE
  • JOHN ANTONOWICZ — TRUSTEE
  • STACEY FLANAGAN — TREASURER
  • SUSAN FERTIG — TRUSTEE
  • VICTORIA GREGORY — TRUSTEE
  • VIVIAN JAMES — TRUSTEE
relationships · 12

Who they work with

  • B&G Committee Chair Government — Supervises Construction Assistant volunteer role.
  • Bloomberg Connects Partner — Collaborates with Bloomberg Connects to provide a free digital guide for museum visitors.
  • Bloomberg Connects Partner — Partners with Bloomberg Connects to provide a digital guide for the museum.
  • Commerce Chenango Partner — Collaborates with Commerce Chenango to host the Summer Barn Party.
  • Education Committee Chair Government — Co-supervises Field Trip Experience volunteer role.
  • Executive Director Government — Supervises multiple volunteer roles including Administrative Support, Museum Ambassador, and Field Trip Experience.
  • Kutik's Partner — Partnered with CCHS to support the unveiling of the 'Pastures of the Past' exhibit during 'Open Farm Day'.
  • New York State Archaeological Association, Chenango Chapter Partner — Holds monthly gatherings at CCHS featuring presentations, field trips, local digs, and publications in collaboration with professional and amateur archaeologists and historians.
  • Norwich Kiwanis Partner — Restored the Ross Schoolhouse in 1979 before it was relocated to the CCHS campus.
  • Operations Manager Government — Supervises Curatorial Assistant and co-supervises Administrative Support and Museum Ambassador roles.
  • OurStoryBridge Partner — Collaborates with OurStoryBridge to implement the Chenango Stories project, part of a national network of similar local history initiatives.
  • Volunteer Coordinator Government — Supervises Community Ambassador volunteer role.
strategies · 5

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.

  • Community-Sourced Oral History
    methodology: community-sourced_oral_history
    By collecting and sharing audio stories and photographs from community members, we preserve and disseminate local social and cultural history because lived experiences contribute authentic, diverse narratives that enrich the historical record.
  • Cultural Preservation and Public Education
    methodology: cultural_preservation_and_public_education
    By preserving and presenting local heritage, traditions, and stories, we advance public understanding of Chenango County’s culture because engagement with authentic historical content fosters community identity and educational enrichment.
  • Digital and Inclusive Access
    methodology: inclusive_accessibility
    By providing multilingual support and digital accessibility features, we broaden access to museum content because inclusive design ensures that non-English speakers and people with disabilities can fully engage with cultural and historical resources.
  • Experiential and Object-Based Learning
    methodology: experiential_learning
    By using hands-on, immersive activities and object-based learning, we enhance student engagement and deepen understanding of local history because tactile and interactive experiences make historical content more accessible and memorable.
  • Immersive and Multimedia Engagement
    methodology: immersive-education
    By using immersive exhibits and behind-the-scenes digital content, we deepen visitor engagement with collections and historical themes because multimedia storytelling and experiential settings make history more relatable and compelling.