THOMASTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY

THOMASTON, ME

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The Thomaston Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Thomaston, Maine. Founded in 1958, the society is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of Thomaston and its surrounding areas. The society operates several historic properties in the town, including the Knox Museum, the Montpelier Mansion, and the Thomaston Academy.

The Knox Museum is a historic mansion that was once the home of Henry Knox, a Revolutionary War hero and the first Secretary of War under President George Washington. The museum contains artifacts and exhibits related to Knox's life and the history of the American Revolution.

The Montpelier Mansion is a historic home that was built in 1808 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The mansion contains a collection of original furnishings and artifacts that showcase life in Thomaston during the 19th century.

The Thomaston Academy is a historic building that was built in 1840 as a schoolhouse and is now used as a community center and event space. The building contains exhibits related to the history of the academy and its role in education in Thomaston.

Overall, the Thomaston Historical Society is an important resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Thomaston and its surrounding areas. Its historic properties, exhibits, and programs provide a unique glimpse into the town's rich past.

THOMASTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in THOMASTON ME. US MID #8402300125

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

Contact THOMASTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY

THOMASTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 384
THOMASTON
ME
04861-4861

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THOMASTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8402300125
Name THOMASTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name THOMASTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 010345176
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201306
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 44.081841, -69.177508
CODES FIPS State Code: 23
FIPS County Code: 013
US Census Tract: 970400
US Census Block: 5028