MUSEUM OF MAKE BELIEVE
EIN 84-2754292 · Art Museums (A51)
What they do
The Museum of Make Believe, A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Arts and Education Organization Based In Laguna Beach, California, Expanded Its Community Impact Significantly During The Reporting Period. During This Year, The Organization Successfully Opened Its First Permanent Immersive Exhibit Space, Providing A Unique, Story-driven Artistic Environment Designed to Inspire Creativity and Imagination Among Visitors of All Ages. The Museum Strengthened Its Educational Outreach By Hosting More Than Forty Homeschool and Public School Groups, Offering Interactive, Arts-based Learning Experiences Aligned With Its Mission to Promote Storytelling, Creativity, and Youth Development. In Addition, The Organization Served Over 15,000 Guests From Across California, Demonstrating Strong Community Engagement and Growing Regional Visibility. Visitors Experienced Immersive Exhibits, Participatory Storytelling, and Creative Programming Designed to Foster Imagination and Emotional Connection to The Arts. Through The
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AMY MITCHELLEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
GEOFF MITCHELLCREATIVE DIRECTOR
KELSEY IRVINTREASURER
MICHAEL IRVINDIRECTOR
About this charity
- Recognized since
- January 2020
- Location
- 1590 S COAST HWY STE 5, LAGUNA BEACH, CA 92651-3255
- County
- Orange
- In care of
- % AMY MITCHELL
- Primary officer
- Amy Mitchell, Executive Director
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Filing and classification
- Latest tax year
- 2024
- Tax period began
- July 1, 2024
- Return type
- 990EZ
- NTEE classification
- Art Museums (A51)
- IRS tax category
- Art Museums