IRVINGTON HISTORY CENTER - MCVICKAR HOUSE

IRVINGTON, NY

New York City
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The Irvington History Center, also known as the McVickar House, is a historical museum located in Irvington, New York. The house was built in 1855 by William McVickar, a prominent local businessman and philanthropist. The house was later donated to the village of Irvington and was restored to its original condition in 1976.

The History Center consists of four floors, each containing exhibits that showcase the history of Irvington and the surrounding area. The exhibits include artifacts, photographs, and documents that illustrate the town's rich history, including its early settlement, the Revolutionary War, and the era of the Hudson River School painters.

One of the most notable exhibits in the History Center is the Tiffany Room, which showcases the stained glass works of Louis Comfort Tiffany, a prominent artist and designer who lived in Irvington. The room features several pieces of Tiffany stained glass, including windows, lamps, and other decorative objects.

The Irvington History Center also offers educational programs and events, including lectures, workshops, and tours of the museum. The museum is open to the public on weekends and by appointment. Overall, the Irvington History Center is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Irvington and the surrounding area.

IRVINGTON HISTORY CENTER - MCVICKAR HOUSE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in IRVINGTON NY. US MID #8403600873

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: $ 71,147 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Contact IRVINGTON HISTORY CENTER - MCVICKAR HOUSE

IRVINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 23
IRVINGTON
NY
10533-0023

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IRVINGTON HISTORY CENTER - MCVICKAR HOUSE Information

MID # 8403600873
Name IRVINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name IRVINGTON HISTORY CENTER - MCVICKAR HOUSE
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 133570708
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 75,120
REVENUE 71,147
LAT/LONG 41.038381, -73.863153
CODES FIPS State Code: 36
FIPS County Code: 119
US Census Tract: 011300
US Census Block: 1021