KAREN A. ARENT
Summary
Museums | Historical Sites | Zoos and Botanical Gardens | Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions | Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations | Civic and Social Organizations
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Museums
Establishments in this category are primarly engaged in the preservation and exhibition of objects of historical, cultural, and/or educational value.
Illustrative Examples:
Art galleries (except retail)
Planetariums
Art museums
Science or technology museums
Halls of fame
Wax museums
Historical Sites
Establishments in this category are primarly engaged in the preservation and exhibition of sites, buildings, forts, or communities that describe events or persons of particular historical interest. Archeological sites, battlefields, historical ships, and pioneer villages are included in this industry.
Zoos and Botanical Gardens
Establishments in this category are primarly engaged in the preservation and exhibition of live plant and animal life displays.
Illustrative Examples:
Aquariums
Wild animal parks
Arboreta
Zoological gardens
Aviaries
Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions
Establishments in this category are primarly engaged in the preservation and exhibition of natural areas or settings.
Illustrative Examples:
Bird or wildlife sanctuaries
Natural wonder tourist attractions (e.g., caverns, waterfalls)
Conservation areas
Nature centers or preserves
National parks
Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations
This includes establishments primarily engaged in promoting the preservation and protection of the environment and wildlife. Establishments in this industry address issues, such as clean air and water; global warming; conserving and developing natural resources, including land, plant, water, and energy resources; and protecting and preserving wildlife and endangered species. These organizations may solicit contributions and offer memberships to support these causes.
Illustrative Examples:
Animal rights organizations
Natural resource preservation organizations
Conservation advocacy organizations
Wildlife preservation organizations
Humane societies without animal shelters
Civic and Social Organizations
Establishments in this category are primarly engaged in promoting the civic and social interests of their members. Establishments in this industry may operate bars and restaurants for their members.
Illustrative Examples:
Alumni associations
Granges
Automobile clubs (except travel)
Parent-teacher associations
Booster clubs
Scouting organizations
Ethnic associations
Social clubs
Fraternal lodges
Veterans' membership organizations
