EUGENE FIELD HOUSE AND ST LOUIS

SAINT LOUIS, MO

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The Eugene Field House and St Louis Toy Museum is a historic house museum located in the Lafayette Square neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri. The museum is dedicated to the life and works of Eugene Field, a famous American writer and poet known for his children's poetry. The house was built in 1850 and was home to Field's father, Roswell Field, a prominent lawyer who defended Dred Scott in the landmark Supreme Court case.

The museum features exhibits on the life and works of Eugene Field, including a recreation of his study and a collection of his personal belongings, such as his writing desk and typewriter. The St Louis Toy Museum, which is located on the second floor of the house, features a collection of vintage toys and games from the 19th and 20th centuries, including dolls, trains, and board games.

Visitors to the museum can take a guided tour of the house and learn about the history of the Field family and the cultural significance of Eugene Field's poetry. The museum also hosts special events and programs throughout the year, including children's story times and holiday-themed events.

Overall, the Eugene Field House and St Louis Toy Museum is a unique cultural destination in St. Louis, offering visitors a glimpse into the life of one of America's most beloved poets and a chance to explore the history of vintage toys and games.

EUGENE FIELD HOUSE AND ST LOUIS is a Uncategorized or General Museum in SAINT LOUIS MO. US MID #8402900375

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: $ 141,590 from tax period 201304 (YYYYMM).

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Contact EUGENE FIELD HOUSE AND ST LOUIS

EUGENE FIELD HOUSE
634 S BROADWAY
SAINT LOUIS
MO
63102-1613

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EUGENE FIELD HOUSE AND ST LOUIS Information

MID # 8402900375
Name EUGENE FIELD HOUSE
Alternate Name EUGENE FIELD HOUSE AND ST LOUIS
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 431229351
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201304
INCOME 207,799
REVENUE 141,590
LAT/LONG 38.620308, -90.192017
CODES FIPS State Code: 29
FIPS County Code: 510
US Census Tract: 127400
US Census Block: 1027