GARRETT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM

OAKLAND, MD

The Garrett County Historical Society Museum is located in Oakland, Maryland, and is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history of the county. The museum is housed in a historic building that was constructed in 1884 and was originally used as a jail. It was converted into a museum in 1973 and has since been a popular destination for history enthusiasts.

The museum features exhibits that showcase the county's rich history, including artifacts and memorabilia from the early settlers, the Civil War era, and the coal mining industry. Visitors can browse through the many displays that include photographs, documents, and artifacts that tell the story of Garrett County's past. Some of the most notable exhibits include a replica of a coal mine and a display that features items from the county's once-thriving lumber industry.

One of the most unique features of the museum is the old jail cells, which have been preserved and are available for visitors to explore. The cells provide a glimpse into what life was like for inmates in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

The Garrett County Historical Society Museum is open to the public year-round, with operating hours varying by season. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated to help support the museum's ongoing efforts to preserve the county's history.

GARRETT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in OAKLAND MD. US MID #8402400353

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 85,218 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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Contact GARRETT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM

• telephone: 3013343226
• website: http://gchsmuseum.com

THE GARRETT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
107 S 2ND ST
OAKLAND
MD
21550-1519

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