North Museum Corporation
- Assets
- $3.6m
- Revenue
- $737.3k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 41
- Location
- Lancaster, PA
- Founding
- 08/1993
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 23-2716461
Organization Overview
North Museum Corporation, operating under the name North Museum Of Nature And Science, is located in Lancaster, PA. The organization was established in 1993. According to its NTEE Classification (A56) the organization is classified as: Natural History & Natural Science Museums, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 06/2021, North Museum Of Nature And Science employed 41 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. North Museum Of Nature And Science 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, North Museum Of Nature And Science generated $737.3k 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 (8.0%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.1m during the year ending 06/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (4.5%) per year over the past 6 years. 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
TO INSPIRE CURIOSITY, DISCOVERY, AND LIFELONG APPRECIATION OF NATURE, SCIENCE AND CULTURES THROUGH EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITS, COLLECTIONS AND PROGRAMS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE NORTH MUSEUM INCLUDES A PLANETARIUM, DYNAMIC EXHIBITS AND A VAST COLLECTION OF ARCHEOLOGICAL, ETHNOGRAPHIC, ZOOLOGICAL, GEOLOGICAL, PALEONTOLOGICAL, BOTANICAL, REPTILIAN SPECIMENS PLUS A LIFE-ANIMAL ROOM AND A GLASS ENCLOSED ACTIVE BEEHIVE. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING IS PROVIDED BOTH WITHIN AND OUTSIDE OF THE NORTH MUSEUM FACILITY. THE NORTH MUSEUM SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR IS AFFILIATED WITH THE INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING FAIR. WINNERS FROM NORTH MUSEUM SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR GO ON TO COMPETE AT THE ISEF, THE WORLD'S LARGEST INTERNATIONAL PRE-COLLEGE SCIENCE COMPETITION IN SCHOOL STEM CAREER FAIRS DESIGNED TO INTRODUCE 5TH- 8TH GRADE STUDENTS TO STEM CAREERS THROUGH HANDS ON ACTIVITIES WITH EQUIPMENT AND THE GUIDANCE OF STEM PROFESSIONALS WHO SERVE AS MENTORS DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR. THE NORTH MUSEUM PROVIDED STEM CAREER FAIRS TO STUDENTS AT VARIOUS SCHOOLS. STEM SISTERS IS A FREE PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR GIRLS IN GRADES 6-12, OFFERING RATIONAL CAREER EXPLORATION AND MENTORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES THAT ENCOURAGE AND EMPOWER YOUNG WOMEN. THIS PROGRAM HAS NEARLY TRIPLED SINCE ITS INCEPTION. STEM AFTER SCHOOL WORKSHOPS ARE A 12 WEEK PROGRAM. THE STEM INTERACTIVE PROGRAM IS FOR 4TH-8TH GRADE STUDENTS. THESE WORKSHOPS ARE CURRENTLY BEING OFFERED INTO ADDITIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS. SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS ARE A SERIES OF CAMPS FOR CHILDREN IN GRADES 2-6. THEY ARE HELD IN THE SUMMER MONTHS. EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS INCLUDE LITTLE EXPLORER & ME AND STEM STORYTIME. THESE ARE FOR PRESCHOOL AGED CHILDREN AND THEIR CARETAKERS. THIS WILDLY POPULAR AND EXPANDING PROGRAM TEACHES CHILDREN ABOUT SCIENCE WHILE BUILDING CURIOSITY, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE THROUGH PLAY, EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH AND HANDS ON PROGRAMS. THEY ARE OFFERED TO AREA SCHOOLS, CAMPS, AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS, SENIOR CENTERS, SCOUTING ORGANIZATIONS AND OTHER SPECIAL GROUPS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Andrea Rush CEO | 50 | $125,745 | |
Richard Clark Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Charles Dicomo President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Daniel Massey Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Stephen Staman Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Victoria Zuckerman Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $18,021 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $195,300 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $228,901 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $442,222 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $75,823 |
| Investment income | $88 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $123,856 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $12,931 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $737,297 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $531,970 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $1,327 |
| Other employee benefits | $77,758 |
| Payroll taxes | $49,433 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $9,917 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $32,250 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $6,640 |
| Advertising and promotion | $14,572 |
| Office expenses | $32,663 |
| Information technology | $17,433 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $2,631 |
| Travel | $2,063 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $13,038 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $221,808 |
| Insurance | $5,689 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,092,040 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $184,243 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $205,000 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $90,676 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $141,645 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $3,767 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $16,244 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $763,840 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $2,208,495 |
| Total assets | $3,613,910 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $73,959 |
| 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 | $92,163 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $221,833 |
| Other liabilities | $1,000 |
| Total liabilities | $388,955 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $685,361 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,539,594 |
| 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 | $3,613,910 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that North Museum Corporation has recieved totaling $28,595.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Lancaster County Community Foundation Lancaster, PA PURPOSE: DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $18,538 |
Good360 Alexandria, VA PURPOSE: TO ASSIST THOSE IN NEED. | $10,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $57 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $235,000 |
| Earnings | $58 |
| Net Contributions | $98,723 |
| Other Expense | $58 |
| Ending Balance | $333,723 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Cleveland Museum Of Natural History Cleveland, OH | $388,681,781 | $26,629,789 |
Rochester Museum And Science Center Rochester, NY | $32,141,900 | $9,942,117 |
Natural History Museum Of The Adirondacks Tupper Lake, NY | $35,795,696 | $7,881,578 |
Buffalo Society Of Natural Sciences Buffalo, NY | $29,536,038 | $5,760,811 |
Dayton Society Of Natural History Dayton Museum Of Natural History Dayton, OH | $20,462,095 | $5,232,570 |
Delaware And Lehigh National Heritage Corridor Inc Easton, PA | $5,340,261 | $2,619,266 |
Bronx Childrens Museum Bronx, NY | $3,102,925 | $1,502,216 |
Institute For Aegean Prehistory Study Center For East Crete New York, NY | $707,056 | $1,375,391 |
Steam Into History Inc New Freedom, PA | $6,099,078 | $1,816,978 |
Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Cornwall, NY | $1,547,049 | $1,233,935 |
North Museum Corporation Lancaster, PA | $3,613,910 | $737,297 |
Henry L Ferguson Museum Fishers Island, NY | $14,604,102 | $965,512 |