GEORGE A. SMITH MUSEUM-JASON RUSSELL HOUSE

ARLINGTON, MA

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The George A. Smith Museum-Jason Russell House is a historic home located in Arlington, Massachusetts. Built in 1767, it was originally designed for Deacon Jason Russell and his family. The home is one of the oldest surviving examples of 18th-century Georgian architecture in the area.

The Smith Museum-Jason Russell House was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. The house features a central chimney and a center hall plan, with a two-story, five bay façade. The rear section of the house was originally a lean-to addition, but was later upgraded and now has a gambrel roof.

Inside, the house has original woodwork, including paneled walls and doors, and wide-plank floors. The walls are hung with period wallpaper, and the house is filled with original furnishings.

The house is open to the public for tours and events. In addition to being a museum, the house is also used as a community center, hosting lectures, concerts, and other events. The house is a popular spot for weddings, and is available for private rental.

The George A. Smith Museum-Jason Russell House is a unique and important piece of history, and a fascinating place to explore. It is a great way to experience the history of 18th-century architecture and culture in the Arlington area.

GEORGE A. SMITH MUSEUM-JASON RUSSELL HOUSE is a Uncategorized or General Museum in ARLINGTON MA. US MID #8402500139

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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GEORGE A. SMITH MUSEUM-JASON RUSSELL HOUSE
7-10 JASON STREET
ARLINGTON
MA
02174

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GEORGE A. SMITH MUSEUM-JASON RUSSELL HOUSE Information

MID # 8402500139
Name GEORGE A. SMITH MUSEUM-JASON RUSSELL HOUSE
Alternate Name GEORGE A. SMITH MUSEUM-JASON RUSSELL HOUSE
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 42.416181, -71.158568
CODES FIPS State Code: 25
FIPS County Code: 017
US Census Tract: 356702
US Census Block: 5000