GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MUSEUM

AUSTIN, TX

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The George Washington Carver Museum in Austin, Texas is a historical and cultural institution dedicated to African American heritage and the legacy of George Washington Carver. The museum was established in 1980 and is located in the heart of East Austin, a historically black neighborhood.

The museum features a variety of exhibits, educational programs, and events that highlight African American history and culture, including displays on the Civil Rights movement, African American art, and the contributions of African American scientists and inventors.

One of the highlights of the museum is the permanent exhibition dedicated to George Washington Carver, a prominent African American scientist and inventor who made significant contributions to agriculture and science in the early 20th century. The exhibition features interactive displays, artifacts, and multimedia presentations that tell the story of Carver's life and work.

In addition to the exhibits, the museum also hosts a variety of educational programs and events for visitors of all ages, including lectures, workshops, and performances. The museum is a popular destination for school groups and community organizations, and serves as an important resource for learning about African American history and culture in the Austin area.

GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in AUSTIN TX. US MID #8404800262

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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Contact GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MUSEUM

GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MUSEUM
1165 ANGELINA ST
AUSTIN
TX
78702

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GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MUSEUM Information

MID # 8404800262
Name GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 30.269485, -97.724418
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 453
US Census Tract: 000804
US Census Block: 2014