Nonprofit · EIN 20-3402627
CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM INC
Tax-exempt · FISHERS, IN 46038
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $20,890,350 | $18,378,676 | $2,511,674 | $9,309,255 | $3,136,682 | $6,172,573 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $22,080,570 | $22,080,077 | $493 | $6,516,830 | $2,855,931 | $3,660,899 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $14,189,434
- of which government grants
- $7,500
- Membership dues
- $451,563
- Program service revenue
- $4,309,275
- Investment income
- $42,600
- Net rental income
- $1,225,501
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $107
- Net income from fundraising events
- $5,333
- Net income from sales of inventory
- $1,029,426
- Other revenue
- $2,349,041
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $2,779,959
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $581,316
- Other salaries and wages
- $7,198,552
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $9,901,666
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $13,111
- Accounting fees
- $45,255
- Occupancy
- $287,618
- Travel
- $94,533
- Depreciation
- $225,233
- Program services (functional)
- $15,195,092
- Management and general (functional)
- $1,994,734
- Fundraising (functional)
- $1,188,850
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $6,516,830
- Total assets, end of year
- $9,309,255
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $3,136,682
- Net assets, end of year
- $6,172,573
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $792,049
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $2,621,195
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $3,551,378
- Gross unrelated business income
- $241,224
- Gross receipts
- $21,438,149
- Employees
- 517
- Volunteers
- 533
- Year formed
- 2005
- State of legal domicile
- IN
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norman O Burns II | President & CEO Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $291,039 | $47,055 |
| Kyle L Wenger | Vice President and Chief Financial & Operating Officer Officer | 40 | $213,509 | $29,712 |
| Andrew Bradford | Vice President and Chief Advancement Officer Highest-paid employee | 40 | $208,922 | $16,029 |
| Shelby Slowik | Associate Vice President, Human Resources Highest-paid employee | 40 | $117,344 | $24,069 |
| Ryan Spencer | Vice President and Chief Programs Officer Highest-paid employee | 40 | $128,041 | $8,225 |
| Tom Niswonger | Associate Vice President, Facilities Highest-paid employee | 40 | $122,961 | $11,166 |
| Jennifer Neher Sommers | Associate Vice President, Development Highest-paid employee | 40 | $117,126 | $10,439 |
| Brian Timmerman | Board Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Constance Brown | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Reggie Henderson | EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBER; IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Steve Hageman | BOARD CHAIR Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Suzanne Gaidoo | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Chris Rojas | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Christina Hale | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Clarence G Newsome | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
29 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clint Hangebrauck | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Dave Kinard | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Denny Sponsel | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Douglas Battaglia | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Drew Miroff | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Ellen Mitchell | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Eric Lucas | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Geordan Coleman | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Graham Melendez | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Greg Schahet | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jessica Bastin | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jessica Brand | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jon Stolz | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Julia Church Kozicki | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Kerry Keffaber | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Kip Chase | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Leonard Hoops | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Marvin Blade | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Megan Wiles | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Melissa Caito | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Melvin Morris | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Naomi Kwang | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Ross Hendrickson | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Ryan Berry | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Selina Stoller | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Spring Rouhana | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Steve Pittman | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Susan Trautman | Board member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Whitney Wolf | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 45 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norman O Burns II | President & CEO Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $288,801 | $34,752 |
| Kyle L Wenger | Vice President and Chief Financial & Operating Officer Officer | 40 | $214,141 | $29,753 |
| Andrew Bradford | Vice President and Chief Advancement Officer Highest-paid employee | 40 | $209,508 | $16,615 |
| Richard Cooper | Vice President and Chief Programs Officer (through August 2023) Highest-paid employee | 40 | $123,588 | $28,671 |
| Shelby Slowik | Associate Vice President, Human Resources Highest-paid employee | 40 | $117,699 | $21,965 |
| Tom Niswonger | Associate Vice President, Facilities Highest-paid employee | 40 | $119,445 | $14,728 |
| Jennifer Neher Sommers | Associate Vice President, Development Highest-paid employee | 40 | $116,509 | $10,032 |
| Brian Timmerman | Board Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Constance Brown | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Reggie Henderson | EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBER; IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Steve Hageman | BOARD CHAIR Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Suzanne Gaidoo | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Chris Simpkins | BOARD MEMBER; PRESIDENT OF THE HORIZON COUNCIL Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Christina Hale | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Christine Johnson | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Clarence G Newsome | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Clint Hangebrauck | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Dave Kinard | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Denny Sponsel | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Deon Levingston | Board member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Don Orr | Board member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Douglas Battaglia | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Drew Miroff | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Eric Lucas | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Geordan Coleman | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Graham Melendez | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Greg Schahet | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jane Niederberger | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jessica Bastin | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jessica Brand | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jon Stolz | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Julia Church Kozicki | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Karen Arland | EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBER; PRESIDENT OF THE ALLIANCE Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Kerry Keffaber | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Kip Chase | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Leonard Hoops | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Marvin Blade | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Megan Wiles | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Melissa Caito | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Naomi Kwang | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Rebecca Shrum | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Ross Hendrickson | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Ryan Berry | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Selina Stoller | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Whitney Wolf | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 13400 ALLISONVILLE RD, FISHERS, IN 46038-3457
- In care of
- % PAUL LINDEMANN
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Norman O Burns II, 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN 46038
- Signed the 990
- Kyle Wenger, Vice President & CFO
- Phone
- (317) 776-6000
- Website
- www.connerprairie.org
- Return prepared by
- CROWE LLP
Mission
Conner Prairie is a unique historic place that inspires curiosity and fosters learning by providing engaging and individualized experiences for everyone.
Program accomplishments
- HISTORIC MUSEUM EXPERIENCE: Conner Prairie is a unique historic place that inspires curiosity and fosters learning by providing engaging and individualized experiences for everyone. THE MUSEUM STRIVES TO CULTIVATE INQUISITIVE, LIFELONG LEARNERS WHO POSSESS THE INTELLECTUAL CURIOSITY THAT WILL ENABLE THEM TO ADDRESS THE SIGNIFICANT CHALLENGES FACING OUR NATION. CONNER PRAIRIE'S MARKET IS COMPOSED OF A DIVERSE MIX OF AUDIENCES, FROM URBAN SCHOOL VISITORS TO SUBURBAN, THREE-GENERATIONAL FAMILY GROUPS. HOWEVER, THE MARKET CAN BE CATEGORIZED INTO FOUR BROADLY DEFINED OVERLAPPING GROUPS: 1) VISITORS FROM LOCAL AND REGIONAL COMMUNITIES, 2) SCHOOL GROUPS FROM THE STATE OF INDIANA, 3) TOURISTS, AND 4) A WORLD-WIDE COMMUNITY OF SCHOLARS AND LEARNERS, WHO NOT ONLY VISIT THE MUSEUM IN-PERSON, BUT ALSO GAIN UNDERSTANDING, KNOWLEDGE AND APPRECIATION FOR THE MUSEUM AND ITS PROGRAMS THROUGH THE MUSEUM'S WEBSITE. (CONTINUED IN SCHEDULE O)Expenses $14,436,418 · grants $2,779,959 · revenue $1,975,931
- CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM, INC. PROVIDES VARIOUS CLASSES, CAMPS, EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND WORKSHOPS. EDUCATION PROGRAMS INCLUDE GENERAL SCHOOL TOURS, GUIDED PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOLS AND TOUR GROUPS, AND SCIENCE PROGRAMMING. CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS INCLUDE HISTORIC CRAFTS/TRADES INCLUDING BLACKSMITHING, ARMS MAKING, TEXTILES, AND POTTERY. ANNUAL SUMMER DAY CAMPS CENTER ON OUTDOOR EXPLORATION, THE ARTS AND OTHER STEM TOPICS. SCOUT PROGRAMS INCLUDE BADGE WORKSHOPS. ADMISSION PROGRAMS INCLUDE SPECIAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES THAT ARE OFFERED ON A DAILY BASIS AS PART OF THE ADMISSION PRICE. PUBLIC PROGRAMS INCLUDE HEADLESS HORSEMAN, HEARTHSIDE SUPPERS, A MERRY PRAIRIE HOLIDAY, HISTORY ON TAP AND JUPITER FLIGHTS BALLOON FESTIVAL.Expenses $758,674 · revenue $3,204,878
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | Not on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 20-3402627
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2005
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Arts, culture and humanities (A54)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $9,309,255
- Income (IRS master file)
- $21,438,149
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $20,890,350 | $18,378,676 | $9,309,255 | IRS |
| 990-T | December 2024 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2023 | $22,080,570 | $22,080,077 | $6,516,830 | XML |
| 990-T | December 2023 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2022 | $21,659,881 | $21,882,015 | $7,602,136 | IRS |
| 990-T | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-T | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-T | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 20-3402627).
Questions about CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM INC
- What is the EIN of CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM INC is 20-3402627.
- Is CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2005.
- Are donations to CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM INC file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM INC due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
- Who is the principal officer of CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Norman O Burns II.
- Who are the officers and directors of CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 44 people; 7 received compensation from the organization, the highest $291,039 (Norman O Burns II, President & CEO).
- How much revenue does CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $20,890,350, expenses of $18,378,676 and total assets of $9,309,255 at year end.
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