BLOUNT BRIDGERS HOUSE
TARBORO, NC
The Blount-Bridgers House is a historic home located in Tarboro, North Carolina. This house was built in 1808 by Thomas Blount, a prominent local businessman and planter, and later acquired by his son-in-law, John Bridgers. The house is a two-story Federal-style brick structure with a hipped roof and a central entrance framed by sidelights and a fanlight. The interior features high ceilings, decorative plasterwork, and elegant mantels.
Today, the Blount-Bridgers House serves as a museum and cultural center, showcasing the history and art of the region. The house contains a collection of fine and decorative arts, including works by local artists and artisans, as well as pieces from around the world. The museum also hosts rotating exhibits and educational programs on topics such as history, art, and culture.
In addition to the main house, the Blount-Bridgers House also includes several outbuildings, including a carriage house, a smokehouse, and a kitchen. The grounds feature a formal garden, a reflecting pool, and a sculpture garden, providing visitors with a peaceful and beautiful setting to explore. The Blount-Bridgers House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a must-see for history and art enthusiasts visiting Tarboro.
BLOUNT BRIDGERS HOUSE is a Art Museum in TARBORO NC. US MID #8403700538
The museum is classed as ART (Art Museums). 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).
Contact BLOUNT BRIDGERS HOUSE
- telephone: 2528234159
- website: http://www.edgecombearts.org
BLOUNT-BRIDGERS HOUSE HOBSON PITTMAN MEMORIAL GALLERY FNDN I
130 BRIDGERS ST
TARBORO
NC
27886-3868
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BLOUNT BRIDGERS HOUSE Information
MID # | 8403700538 |
Name | BLOUNT-BRIDGERS HOUSE HOBSON PITTMAN MEMORIAL GALLERY FNDN I |
Alternate Name | BLOUNT BRIDGERS HOUSE |
Classification | Art Museums, , Southeastern |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | 561458985 |
NTEECC | A51 |
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | 201306 |
INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 35.905561, -77.538468 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 37 FIPS County Code: 065 US Census Tract: 021000 US Census Block: 3023 |