BRIDGE HOUSE MUSEUM
PHOENIX, NY
Bridge House Museum is a historic property located in Phoenix, NY, that was built in the mid-19th century. It served as a toll house for the Oswego Canal, a vital transportation route for farmers and merchants in the area. In the 1920s, the canal was replaced by a highway, and the house was converted into a residence.
In the 1980s, the house was restored and opened as a museum. Today, it is owned and operated by the Phoenix Historical Society. The museum's exhibits showcase the history of the Oswego Canal and its impact on the local economy, as well as the daily life of the families who lived in the house.
Visitors can explore the house's three floors, which are furnished with period pieces and artifacts. The first floor features a reception area and gift shop, as well as exhibits on local industries such as fishing and agriculture. The second floor is dedicated to the history of the canal and features interactive displays, while the third floor houses a collection of antique toys and games.
Bridge House Museum is open to the public from May to October and offers guided tours and educational programs for children and adults. It is a unique and fascinating glimpse into the history of the Oswego Canal and the people who lived and worked along its banks.
BRIDGE HOUSE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in PHOENIX NY. US MID #8403601290
The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).
Contact BRIDGE HOUSE MUSEUM
- telephone: 3156951308
BRIDGE HOUSE MUSEUM
455 MAIN ST
PHOENIX
NY
13135-1202
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MID # | 8403601290 |
Name | BRIDGE HOUSE MUSEUM |
Alternate Name | |
Classification | Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mid-Atlantic |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | 156001365 |
NTEECC | B70 |
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | |
INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 43.229314, -76.298572 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 36 FIPS County Code: 075 US Census Tract: 020901 US Census Block: 2050 |