MUSEUM OF ASHE COUNTY HISTORY

JEFFERSON, NC

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The Museum of Ashe County History in Jefferson, NC is a unique and educational destination to discover the history of Ashe County. It is located in a beautiful old courthouse building, dating back to the mid-1800s. The museum houses a variety of permanent exhibits and rotating temporary exhibits, all highlighting the fascinating history of Ashe County.

The permanent exhibits include artifacts, documents, photographs and artifacts from the early settlers of Ashe County. Visitors can explore the history of the county through displays such as the Ashe County Timeline, showcasing the county’s history from its founding in 1799 to present day. Other permanent exhibits include the Revolutionary War in Ashe County, the Civil War in Ashe County and the Great Fire of 1877. The museum also houses a genealogy library and a gift shop.

The museum also offers educational programs for all ages, such as a “living history” program, where costumed interpreters bring the history of Ashe County to life. There are also seasonal special events, such as the annual Ashe County Frontier Festival.

The Museum of Ashe County History is open year-round, from Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm, and on Sunday from 1pm to 4pm. Admission is free, and donations are accepted. The museum is a great place to learn about the history of the area and to experience the culture of Ashe County.

MUSEUM OF ASHE COUNTY HISTORY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in JEFFERSON NC. US MID #8403700896

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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 100,416 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Contact MUSEUM OF ASHE COUNTY HISTORY

MUSEUM OF ASHE COUNTY HISTORY INC
PO BOX 268
JEFFERSON
NC
28640-0268

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MUSEUM OF ASHE COUNTY HISTORY Information

MID # 8403700896
Name MUSEUM OF ASHE COUNTY HISTORY INC
Alternate Name MUSEUM OF ASHE COUNTY HISTORY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 753111050
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 107,513
REVENUE 100,416
LAT/LONG 36.3332544, -81.4553689
CODES FIPS State Code: 37
FIPS County Code: 009
US Census Tract: 970500
US Census Block: 4018