AUDIE MURPHY MUSEUM

GREENVILLE, TX

Greenville Municipal Building (Greenville, Texas) Historic 1939 Greenville Municipal Building in Hunt County, Texas. It was built as a New Deal Federal Emergency Administration of Public Works funded project (also known as the Public Works Administration (PWA)). In addition to city offices, the building the fire department, city jail and an auditorium.
Greenville Municipal Building (Greenville, Texas) Credit: cmh2315fl

The Audie Murphy Museum is located in Greenville, Texas and is dedicated to the life and military career of Audie Murphy. It is situated in a building that was once the Hunt County Memorial Hospital, which was later converted into a museum in 1979.

The museum features an extensive collection of artifacts, photographs, and memorabilia related to Audie Murphy's life and military service. Visitors can explore exhibits that showcase his early life in Texas, his military career during World War II, and his successful acting career in Hollywood.

One of the most impressive exhibits at the museum is a replica of the farmhouse where Murphy grew up, complete with a restored 1930s-era tractor. Other exhibits include Murphy's military uniforms, medals, and personal belongings, as well as displays that highlight his heroic actions on the battlefield.

Visitors can also view a short film about Murphy's life and military service in the museum's theater, and browse through the gift shop for souvenirs and memorabilia.

Overall, the Audie Murphy Museum is a must-see destination for anyone interested in the life of this American hero and the history of World War II.

AUDIE MURPHY MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in GREENVILLE TX. US MID #8404801577

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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 163,396 from tax period 201209 (YYYYMM).

Greenville Municipal Building (Greenville, Texas) Historic 1939 Greenville Municipal Building in Hunt County, Texas. It was built as a New Deal Federal Emergency Administration of Public Works funded project (also known as the Public Works Administration (PWA)). In addition to city offices, the building the fire department, city jail and an auditorium.
Greenville Municipal Building (Greenville, Texas) Historic 1939 Greenville Municipal Building in Hunt County, Texas. It was built as a New Deal Federal Emergency Administration of Public Works funded project (also known as the Public Works Administration (PWA)). In addition to city offices, the building the fire department, city jail and an auditorium.
World War I Monument (Greenville, Texas) Historic 1920 World War I memorial fountain on the Hunt County Courthouse grounds in Greenville, Texas.
Hunt County Courthouse (Greenville Texas) Historic 1929 Hunt County Courthouse in Greenville, Texas. The Classical Revival style building was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1995 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996 (NRHP No. 96000688).
Hunt County Courthouse (Greenville Texas) Historic 1929 Hunt County Courthouse in Greenville, Texas. The Classical Revival style building was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1995 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996 (NRHP No. 96000688).
Katy Depot (Greenville Texas) Historic 1896 Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway (MKT or Katy) Depot in Greenville, Texas. The Late Victorian eclectic railroad passenger station was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996 (NRHP No. 96001625).
Katy Depot (Greenville Texas) Historic 1896 Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway (MKT or Katy) Depot in Greenville, Texas. The Late Victorian eclectic railroad passenger station was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996 (NRHP No. 96001625).
Katy Depot (Greenville Texas) Historic 1896 Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway (MKT or Katy) Depot in Greenville, Texas. The Late Victorian eclectic railroad passenger station was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996 (NRHP No. 96001625).
Old U.S. Post Office (Greenville, Texas) Historical marker for the old U.S. Post Office in Greenville, Texas. The plaque states: Tradition says mail came from Jefferson in early days and was dropped at a saloon. Greenville Post Office was created in 1847, and occupied rented quarters until 1910, when this structure was built. Neo-classic in style, it became an important element in architectural development of the city. In 1930, it was enlarged. Audie Murphy joined the army in this building on June 20, 1942, his 18th birthday; later he became the most decorated soldier of World War II. The city of Greenville acquired the structure in 1973 for historic preservation.
Old U.S. Post Office (Greenville, Texas) Historic former U.S. Post Office in Greenville, Texas. The Neo-Classical Revival style building was constructed 1910. It was acquired by the City of Greenville in 1973. The old Post Office was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974 (NRHP No. 74002081 as the Post Office Building).
Old U.S. Post Office (Greenville, Texas) Historic former U.S. Post Office in Greenville, Texas. The Neo-Classical Revival style building was constructed 1910. It was acquired by the City of Greenville in 1973. The old Post Office was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974 (NRHP No. 74002081 as the Post Office Building).
Greenville Municipal Building (Greenville, Texas) Historic 1939 Greenville Municipal Building in Hunt County, Texas. It was built as a New Deal Federal Emergency Administration of Public Works funded project (also known as the Public Works Administration (PWA)). In addition to city offices, the building the fire department, city jail and an auditorium.

Contact AUDIE MURPHY MUSEUM

AUDIE MURPHY AMERICAN COTTON MUSEUM INC
PO BOX 347
GREENVILLE
TX
75403-0347

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AUDIE MURPHY MUSEUM Information

MID # 8404801577
Name AUDIE MURPHY AMERICAN COTTON MUSEUM INC
Alternate Name AUDIE MURPHY MUSEUM
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 752184525
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201209
INCOME 180,191
REVENUE 163,396
LAT/LONG 33.138333, -96.108718
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 231
US Census Tract: 961000
US Census Block: 1015