Houston, TX

POLKA LOVERS CLUB OF TEXAS MUSEUM

EIN 37-1544544

Arts, Culture & Heritage Cultural Heritage & Traditions

Mission

Educating people about polka music and dance by preserving memorabilia, recordings, and the history of polka in Texas.

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

About POLKA LOVERS CLUB OF TEXAS MUSEUM

Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that preserves and promotes the history of polka music and dance in Texas. Although the organization’s tax filings list Houston as a city of record, the museum operates a physical site on the grounds of the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange, Texas. The museum maintains an archive of photographs, recordings, instruments, memorabilia from Texas chapters of the Polka Lovers Klub of America, and an extensive library of polka albums dating back to the early 1900s. The organization runs tours, community events (including an annual Donor Appreciation Dance, polka mass/dance events, and bus-tour visits), and publishes regular newsletters to engage members and visitors.

Notable achievements

Sustained financial growth and reserves

The organization reported steady revenues and net asset growth in recent Form 990 filings, reporting total assets in the low-to-mid $300K range and positive net income in the most recent years, allowing continued operation and program activity.

Exhibit expansion (Hoelscher Haus / Frank’s Place)

Expanded on-site exhibits and interpretation by incorporating the historic Hoelscher Haus elements into the museum campus and repositioning the historic bar/Frank’s Place as part of the museum experience in 2024, strengthening the museum’s physical offerings.

Ongoing community programming and events

Continued to host community-facing events and activities — including the annual Donor Appreciation Dance, seasonal open houses tied to local festivals, memorial/recognition luncheons, and regular bus-tour visits — supported by quarterly newsletters and volunteer leadership.

At a glance

Total assets: $316K
Annual revenue: $58K
Tax status: 501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN: 37-1544544
Location: Houston, TX
Website: plctm.com
On Mahalo since: May 2026

Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.

Recognition

Recognized as a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization (established/seeking exemption since 2007) with publicly filed Form 990s documenting operations and finances.

Featured in regional cultural and travel coverage and local news for its role preserving Czech/Polka heritage in Texas, raising its profile with tourists and cultural visitors.

Listed on public nonprofit databases and travel/review sites (museum profiles and visitor reviews), indicating an active donor-facing presence and public visitation.

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