Effective Date: August 1, 2026

 

The Central Community Historical Society and Museum is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, members, volunteers, donors, and supporters. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we safeguard it.

 

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Contact us through our website

• Sign up for our newsletter or email updates

• Become a member

• Make a donation

• Register for an event or program

• Volunteer or request information

 

The information collected may include:

• Name

• Mailing address

• Email address

• Phone number

• Donation or membership information

• Any other information you choose to provide

 

We also collect limited, non-personal information automatically through website analytics, such as:

• Browser type

• Device type

• Pages visited

• Date and time of your visit

• General geographic location

• Referring website

 

This information helps us improve our website and better serve our visitors.

 

How We Use Your Information

Information collected may be used to:

• Respond to inquiries

• Process memberships and donations

• Register participants for events and programs

• Send newsletters and museum updates (if you choose to subscribe)

• Improve our website and visitor experience

• Maintain museum records and communications

 

Sharing Your Information

The Central Community Historical Society and Museum respects your privacy.

 

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

 

Information may be shared only when necessary to:

• Process secure online donations or payments

• Deliver email communications through trusted service providers

• Comply with applicable laws or legal obligations

• Protect the rights, safety, or property of the museum

 

Third-party service providers are expected to maintain appropriate privacy and security standards.

 

Cookies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve website functionality and analyze visitor traffic.

 

Most web browsers allow you to control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

 

Email Communications

If you subscribe to receive emails from the museum, you may unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us directly.

 

Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to help protect the personal information we collect. While no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, we work to safeguard your information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

 

External Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any website they visit.

 

Children's Privacy

Our website is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental consent.

 

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

 

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Central Community Historical Society and Museum

628 6th AvenueDeWitt, IA 52742

Email: centralcommhissoc@hotmail.com

Phone: (563) 659-9717