SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM
RIDGEWOOD, NJ
The Schoolhouse Museum is a historic building located in Ridgewood, New Jersey. It was originally built in 1872 as a one-room schoolhouse and was in use until 1905. The building was later used as a community center before it was purchased by the Ridgewood Historical Society in 1965 and converted into a museum.
The museum offers visitors a glimpse into the past of Ridgewood and the surrounding areas. The exhibits include artifacts from the 18th and 19th centuries, such as antique furniture, clothing, and tools. There are also displays of old photographs, maps, and documents that showcase the history and development of the town.
Visitors can explore the museum's two floors, which are filled with exhibits and educational displays. The first floor features a recreated classroom from the late 19th century, complete with period desks, a chalkboard, and other school supplies. The second floor has exhibits on local industries, including a display on the silk industry that was once prominent in the area.
The Schoolhouse Museum is open to the public on weekends and by appointment during the week. It is a popular destination for school groups and history buffs who want to learn more about the rich history of Ridgewood and the surrounding area.
SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in RIDGEWOOD NJ. US MID #8403400013
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).
Contact SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM
- telephone: 2016524584
SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM
650 EAST GLEN AVENUE
RIDGEWOOD
NJ
07450
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SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM Information
MID # | 8403400013 |
Name | SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM |
Alternate Name | SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM |
Classification | Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | |
NTEECC | |
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | |
INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 40.985187, -74.092661 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 34 FIPS County Code: 003 US Census Tract: 047100 US Census Block: 2000 |