SPINDLETOP - GLADYS CITY BOOMTOWN MUSEUM

BEAUMONT, TX

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The Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum in Beaumont, Texas is a museum dedicated to the history of the area’s oil-boom years. Located on the site of the original Gladys City townsite, the museum offers a snapshot of what life was like during the early days of the oil industry. Visitors can explore an array of exhibits, including an oil rig, a blacksmith shop, a replica of a turn-of-the-century saloon, a post office, and a church, all of which help to evoke the atmosphere of the time. The museum also includes a collection of period photographs and artifacts, as well as a “Boomtown Film” which tells the story of the area’s oil-boom days. The museum also offers guided tours, which can be tailored to meet visitors’ interests.

In addition to its collection of artifacts, the museum is also home to the original site of the Lucas Gusher, which was the first commercial oil well to be drilled in the area. This well, which was responsible for initiating the oil boom in 1901, is now preserved as part of the museum, and visitors can explore the area to learn more about its history. The museum is also home to a variety of special events, including workshops and educational programs.

Overall, the Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum is a great way to explore and learn more about the area’s oil-boom era. Visitors can explore the exhibits, watch the Boomtown Film, and learn more about the history of the area. With its variety of programs and activities, the museum is sure to be an enjoyable and educational experience for all who visit.

SPINDLETOP - GLADYS CITY BOOMTOWN MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in BEAUMONT TX. US MID #8404801365

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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SPINDLETOP - GLADYS CITY BOOMTOWN MUSEUM
5550 UNIVERSITY DR
BEAUMONT
TX
77705

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SPINDLETOP - GLADYS CITY BOOMTOWN MUSEUM Information

MID # 8404801365
Name SPINDLETOP - GLADYS CITY BOOMTOWN MUSEUM
Alternate Name SPINDLETOP - GLADYS CITY BOOMTOWN MUSEUM
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 746000298
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 30.032259, -94.078034
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 245
US Census Tract: 002600
US Census Block: 1049