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Causes: Arts & Culture, Historical Societies & Historic Preservation
Mission: To preserve our military heritage by being a living history for our children and the general public. We maintain a museum built in 1836 which holds our historic items such as cannons and military uniforms. We offer lectures, school visits and hands on demonstrations.
Programs: The artillery company of newport owns a building which houses a meorabilia museum. Building expenses include occupational expenses, repair and restoration. Revenue is derived from visitor donations, state grants and a local civic allowance.
the artillery company owns a ford 350 truck. The truck is used to pull cannons to various events. The truck expenses include depreciation, fuel insurance and repairs. There is also a black powder expense for the cannons. Income is derived from parades, honor guard and cannon salute.
the newport artillery company owns a commisary.