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Core values

- The Society facilitates extensive educational programs, such as the National History Day program, which engaged 19,562 middle and high school students, and the Hands-On History program, reaching 992 elementary school students[1].
- It supports historic preservation, which has economic benefits, including the creation of jobs and increased tax revenue. For example, the historic tax credit program generated over 9,914 jobs and $358 million in household income between 2001-2014[3].
- The Society addresses contemporary societal issues, such as racism and social justice, through collections and exhibits, like the preservation of wood panels from the George Floyd protests[4].
- It promotes community engagement and cultural enrichment through various events, webinars, and partnerships, reaching thousands of people annually[1][2].