AMHERST MUSEUM

AMHERST, NY

The Amherst Museum is a historical museum located in Amherst, New York. It was founded in 1940 and is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of Amherst and the surrounding area. The museum is housed in a 19th-century farmhouse and consists of several buildings and exhibits.

The main building features exhibits on the history of Amherst, including displays on the town's early settlers, Native American artifacts, and the growth of the Erie Canal. The museum also has a collection of historic farm equipment and vehicles, as well as a recreated 19th-century general store.

Outside, visitors can explore the grounds and visit several other historic buildings, including a one-room schoolhouse, a blacksmith shop, and a carriage house. There is also a community garden and a nature trail.

The Amherst Museum offers educational programs for schools and groups, as well as special events throughout the year. These include historic reenactments, craft fairs, and seasonal festivals.

Overall, the Amherst Museum provides a unique glimpse into the history of Western New York and is a great destination for anyone interested in local history or just looking for a fun and educational day out.

AMHERST MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in AMHERST NY. US MID #8403601487

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: $ 729,139 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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• telephone: 7166891440
• website: http://www.amherstmuseum.org

AMHERST MUSEUM
3755 TONAWANDA CREEK RD
AMHERST
NY
14228-1563

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