PAINE-GENTRY HOUSE

BRIDGETON, MO

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The Paine-Gentry House is a historic home located in Bridgeton, Missouri. The house, which was built in 1856, is a prime example of Greek Revival architecture and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The home features a symmetrical façade with a central doorway flanked by two large columns, as well as a pedimented gable roof.

The Paine-Gentry House was originally built by John M. Paine, a successful businessman and farmer who owned several large properties in the area. The home was later owned by the Gentry family, who added several additions to the house, including a kitchen and a dining room. The house remained in the Gentry family for over 100 years until it was acquired by the City of Bridgeton in 1980.

Today, the Paine-Gentry House serves as a museum and cultural center. Visitors can tour the home and learn about the history of the area, as well as the architectural style of the house. The museum also hosts special events throughout the year, including tours, lectures, and exhibits. The Paine-Gentry House is a beloved landmark in the Bridgeton community and is a must-see for anyone interested in history and architecture.

PAINE-GENTRY HOUSE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BRIDGETON MO. US MID #8402900029

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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PAINE-GENTRY HOUSE
4211 FEE FEE RD
BRIDGETON
MO
63044

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MID # 8402900029
Name PAINE-GENTRY HOUSE
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 38.747629, -90.39916
CODES FIPS State Code: 29
FIPS County Code: 189
US Census Tract: 213101
US Census Block: 2005