EDGEWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY

EDGEWOOD, TX

Isaac Van Zandt and Frances Van Zandt Monument (Canton, Texas) Historic Isaac Van Zandt and Frances Van Zandt Monument on the grounds of the Van Zandt County courthouse in Canton, Texas. The monument contains a bas-relief sculpture of the County’s namesake and his wife. It was erected in 1938 as part of the 1936 Texas Centennial celebration. The monument was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017 as a contributing object to the Van Zandt County Courthouse listing (NRHP No. 100000698).
Isaac Van Zandt and Frances Van Zandt Monument (Canton, Texas) Credit: cmh2315fl

The Edgewood Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history of Edgewood, Texas. Located in the heart of Edgewood, the society is housed in a historic building that was once the town's first bank. The society was founded in 1998 by a group of local residents who had a passion for the town's history and wanted to ensure that it was preserved for future generations.

The society's mission is to collect, preserve, and share the history of Edgewood through education, research, and community outreach. The society has a vast collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that tell the story of Edgewood's past. The society also maintains a library of books and resources that are available to the public for research purposes.

The society hosts regular events and programs that are open to the public, including historical tours, lectures, and exhibits. The society also publishes a quarterly newsletter that features articles on local history and updates on society events and activities.

Membership in the Edgewood Historical Society is open to anyone who is interested in the town's history. Members receive access to the society's resources and are invited to participate in society events and programs. The society is an important part of the Edgewood community and plays a vital role in preserving the town's rich history.

EDGEWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in EDGEWOOD TX. US MID #8404800298

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

Isaac Van Zandt and Frances Van Zandt Monument (Canton, Texas) Historic Isaac Van Zandt and Frances Van Zandt Monument on the grounds of the Van Zandt County courthouse in Canton, Texas. The monument contains a bas-relief sculpture of the County’s namesake and his wife. It was erected in 1938 as part of the 1936 Texas Centennial celebration. The monument was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017 as a contributing object to the Van Zandt County Courthouse listing (NRHP No. 100000698).
Van Zandt County Courthouse (Canton, Texas) Historic marker for the Van Zandt County Courthouse in Van Zandt, Texas. The plaque states: Built in 1937 with Public Works Administration funds, this is the sixth building to serve as the Van Zandt County Courthouse. According to local lore, the Commissioners Court decreed that a modern courthouse should be erected in order to provide jobs for men of the County during the Depression era. The stepped massed edifice with cast stone veneer walls features Art Deco and Art Moderne details and is noteworthy for its vertical emphasis and its association with the architectural firm of Voelcker and Dixon. The Wichita Falls and Houston-based firm designed several west Texas courthouses in this style. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1999
Van Zandt County Courthouse (Canton, Texas) Historic Van Zandt County Courthouse in Canton, Texas. The Art Deco style courthouse was constructed 1936-37 as a New Deal Public Works Administration (PWA) project. was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1999 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017 (NRHP No. 100000698).
Van Zandt County Courthouse (Canton, Texas) Historic Van Zandt County Courthouse in Canton, Texas. The Art Deco style courthouse was constructed 1936-37 as a New Deal Public Works Administration (PWA) project. was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1999 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017 (NRHP No. 100000698).
Van Zandt County Courthouse (Canton, Texas) Historic Van Zandt County Courthouse in Canton, Texas. The Art Deco style courthouse was constructed 1936-37 as a New Deal Public Works Administration (PWA) project. was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1999 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017 (NRHP No. 100000698).
Van Zandt County Courthouse (Canton, Texas) Historic Van Zandt County Courthouse in Canton, Texas. The Art Deco style courthouse was constructed 1936-37 as a New Deal Public Works Administration (PWA) project. was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1999 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017 (NRHP No. 100000698).
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EDGEWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
103 E ELM ST
EDGEWOOD
TX
75117

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MID # 8404800298
Name EDGEWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 32.69932, -95.886139
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 467
US Census Tract: 950300
US Census Block: 3036