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- Filing Period
- Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
- Signed
- Nov 15, 2025
- Return Version
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Mission
Fernbank Museum of Natural History inspires a lifelong learning of natural history through immersive programming and unmatched experiences to encourage a greater appreciation of our planet and its inhabitants. Fernbank is dedicated to stimulating an interest in science, the environment and human culture; reconnecting people to nature; and restoring a sense of wonder in the natural world. Fernbank views natural history as a startlingly contemporary subject matter, encompassing two of the most significant issues of our time--the diversity of our environment and the diversity of human culture. Fernbank presents the concepts of physical, earth, life and social sciences in an interactive and engaging environment through a variety of permanent exhibitions, special exhibitions, giant screen films and signature programs. As an educational institution, Fernbank supports a visitor's intrinsic desire to learn. Our goal is to build a more-informed citizenry, scientifically and culturally, that pla
Filer
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- EIN
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- In Care Of
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- Phone
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- Address
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- Title
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- Phone
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- Signed
- 2025-11-15
- Discuss with paid preparer
- Yes
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- Address
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- Nicole V Davis
- Phone
- 4048746244
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