KELSO HOUSE

KENT, OH

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Kelso House is a historic house located in Kent, Ohio. It was built in 1836 by John Brown, an abolitionist who played a significant role in the anti-slavery movement in the United States. The house was later purchased by the Kelso family in 1852 and remained in their possession for over a century.

The house is a two-story brick structure with a gabled roof. It features a symmetrical facade with a central entrance and two chimneys. The interior of the house has been restored to its original 19th-century appearance and includes period furnishings and decorations.

Kelso House is now owned by the Portage County Historical Society, which operates it as a museum. Visitors can take guided tours of the house and learn about its history as well as the role that John Brown played in the abolitionist movement. The museum also hosts special events and educational programs throughout the year.

Kelso House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is considered an important cultural and historical landmark in Kent, Ohio. It provides a glimpse into the lives of those who lived in the area during the mid-19th century and serves as a reminder of the struggles and triumphs of the anti-slavery movement.

KELSO HOUSE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in KENT OH. US MID #8403901277

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 47,547 from tax period 201209 (YYYYMM).

Contact KELSO HOUSE

KELSO HOUSE
PO BOX 1231
KENT
OH
44240-0024

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KELSO HOUSE Information

MID # 8403901277
Name KELSO HOUSE
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 346596932
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201209
INCOME 48,002
REVENUE 47,547
LAT/LONG 41.147515, -81.351341
CODES FIPS State Code: 39
FIPS County Code: 133
US Census Tract: 601501
US Census Block: 1000