BURTON HERITAGE SOCIETY
BURTON, TX
The Burton Heritage Society is a non-profit organization located in Burton, Texas. The society was established in 1973 with the aim of promoting the preservation and appreciation of the town's rich history and heritage. The society is dedicated to preserving the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage of the town through education, research, and community outreach programs.
The society's main focus is the Burton Railroad Depot and Museum, which was built in 1899 and served as a vital transportation hub for the town and surrounding areas for over 80 years. The depot was restored by the society in the 1970s and has been open to the public as a museum since 1983. The museum features exhibits on the history of the railroad and transportation, as well as displays on the town's early settlers, businesses, and agricultural heritage.
In addition to the museum, the society is also active in preserving other historic buildings in the town, including the Burton Cotton Gin and the historic homes of early settlers. The society hosts events and educational programs throughout the year, including an annual heritage festival and a Christmas open house.
The Burton Heritage Society is a vital part of the town's community and serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.
BURTON HERITAGE SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BURTON TX. US MID #8404800364
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).
Contact BURTON HERITAGE SOCIETY
- telephone: 9793530050
- website: http://www.burtonheritagesociety.org
BURTON HERITAGE SOCIETY
507 N RAILROAD ST
BURTON
TX
77835
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BURTON HERITAGE SOCIETY Information
MID # | 8404800364 |
Name | BURTON HERITAGE 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 | 30.174983, -96.589734 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 48 FIPS County Code: 477 US Census Tract: 170500 US Census Block: 4166 |