HENDERSON INSTITUTE HISTORICAL MUSEUM

HENDERSON, NC

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The Henderson Institute Historical Museum is a museum located in Henderson, North Carolina. The museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the former Henderson Institute, which was a school for African American students in the area during the era of segregation. The school was established in 1887 and operated until 1970, when it was integrated into the Vance County School System.

The museum features exhibits and artifacts that showcase the history of the Henderson Institute, including photographs, documents, and memorabilia from former students and faculty. Visitors can learn about the school's curriculum, extracurricular activities, and the impact it had on the local community.

In addition to exhibits about the Henderson Institute, the museum also features displays on the history of African Americans in Vance County and the surrounding area. There are exhibits on the Civil Rights movement, local churches, and the contributions of African American leaders and activists.

The Henderson Institute Historical Museum is open to the public and offers educational programs and events throughout the year. It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the history of African American education and the struggle for civil rights in North Carolina.

HENDERSON INSTITUTE HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in HENDERSON NC. US MID #8403700099

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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HENDERSON INSTITUTE HISTORICAL MUSEUM
BECKFORD DR
HENDERSON
NC
27536

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MID # 8403700099
Name HENDERSON INSTITUTE HISTORICAL MUSEUM
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Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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LAT/LONG 36.3376531, -78.3975599
CODES FIPS State Code: 37
FIPS County Code: 181
US Census Tract: 960500
US Census Block: 2009