CARNEGIE CULTURE CENTER

NEW HAMPTON, IA

The Carnegie Cultural Center in New Hampton, Iowa is a historical museum and library located in the former Carnegie Library building. Built in the early 1900s, the building is a testament to the generosity of steel magnate Andrew Carnegie, who funded the construction of over 2,500 libraries across the United States. The Cultural Center has been lovingly restored to its original grandeur and houses a variety of artifacts and memorabilia from New Hampton's past.

The museum, located in the east wing of the building, is home to a variety of exhibits, featuring items from the town's early days, including a bell cast by the Murray Bell Foundry in 1883. There is also a collection of artifacts from the New Hampton Normal Institute, which operated in the building from 1885 to 1914. The library, located in the west wing, contains over 10,000 volumes and includes books, magazines, and newspapers.

The Cultural Center also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including musical performances, lectures, and workshops. The center is open to the public on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1pm to 5pm, and on Saturdays from 10am to 2pm, and admission is free. With its rich history and vibrant atmosphere, the Carnegie Cultural Center is a must-see destination in New Hampton.

CARNEGIE CULTURE CENTER is a Uncategorized or General Museum in NEW HAMPTON IA. US MID #8401900292

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 23,505 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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CARNEGIE CULTURAL CENTER
PO BOX 243
NEW HAMPTON
IA
50659-0243

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