WHARTON COUNTY MUSEUM ASSOCIATION

WHARTON, TX

The Wharton County Museum Association is a non-profit organization located in Wharton, Texas. The association was established in 1965 with the aim of preserving and promoting the history and culture of Wharton County. The museum is housed in a historic building that was once a post office and federal courthouse. The building was constructed in 1889 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The museum features a collection of artifacts and exhibits that showcase the history of Wharton County from its early Native American inhabitants to its present-day population. The exhibits cover a range of topics including agriculture, industry, transportation, education, and military history. The museum also houses a research library with books, documents, and photographs related to the history of the county.

In addition to its exhibits and research library, the museum offers a variety of educational programs and events for visitors of all ages. These include guided tours, hands-on activities, and lectures on topics related to the history of Wharton County. The museum is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday and admission is free. The Wharton County Museum Association is dedicated to preserving the county's rich history and culture for future generations to enjoy.

WHARTON COUNTY MUSEUM ASSOCIATION is a Art Museum in WHARTON TX. US MID #8404800935

The museum is classed as ART (Art 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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 104,230 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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WHARTON COUNTY MUSEUM ASSOCIATION
PO BOX 349
WHARTON
TX
77488-0349

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