Paterson Museum Foundation

The Paterson Museum Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 2017 to support the Paterson Museum in Paterson, New Jersey. The Foundation aims to enhance the museum's capabilities by providing financial backing for various projects, including artifact acquisition, exhibit development, and archival preservation[1].

Mission and Activities

The Foundation's primary mission is to assist the Paterson Museum in its educational endeavors, outreach initiatives, and overall growth. This is achieved through fundraising events and the pursuit of grant opportunities. Some of the notable projects supported by the Foundation include:

• Artifact Acquisition: The purchase of artifacts to enhance museum exhibitions.
• Display Enhancements: Acquisition of new display cases for galleries.
• Digital Preservation: Facilitating the digitization of the museum's extensive Glass Plate Negative collection.
• Educational Programs: Supporting educational lecture series, such as the Historical Speakers series and Chats with Passaic County Historian Edward A. Smyk[1].

Association with Local Revitalization

The Paterson Museum Foundation also aligns its efforts with broader community initiatives, particularly the revival of the Great Falls and Hinchliffe Stadium in Paterson. This alignment underscores the Foundation's role in promoting cultural and historical enrichment within the community[4].

Tax Status

The Paterson Museum Foundation holds a registered EIN of 82-2485898, identifying it as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code[5].

[1] https://patersonmuseum.com/the-paterson-museum-foundation/ [2] http://www.patersonmuseum.com [3] https://patersonmuseum.com/program-offerings/ [4] http://www.patersonmuseumfoundation.org [5] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/82-2485898