VAN AREA OIL & HISTORICAL MUSEUM

VAN, TX

Howard L. and Vivian W. Lott House Built in 1918, the Lott house has served as a B&B and is listed in the National Register of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Howard_L._and_Vivian_W._Lott_House" rel="noreferrer nofollow">Historic Places</a>. Minolta x370 Kodak UltraMax 400 35mm film
Howard L. and Vivian W. Lott House Credit: HooverStreetStudios

The Van Area Oil & Historical Museum is located in Van, Texas and is dedicated to showcasing the rich history and culture of the city and its surrounding areas. The museum is housed in a renovated train depot building, which was originally built in 1905 and served as a major transportation hub for the town.

The museum features exhibits that highlight the oil industry, which played a significant role in the growth and development of Van and the surrounding area. Visitors can explore displays that showcase the tools and machinery used in oil exploration, as well as photographs and artifacts from the early days of the industry.

In addition to the oil-related exhibits, the museum also has displays that highlight the history and culture of the local community, including exhibits on agriculture, the railroad, and the military.

The museum is open to the public and offers guided tours for groups upon request. Visitors can also browse the gift shop, which features a selection of books, souvenirs, and other items related to the museum's exhibits.

Overall, the Van Area Oil & Historical Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the history and culture of the East Texas region.

VAN AREA OIL & HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in VAN TX. US MID #8404801583

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: $ 7,457 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Howard L. and Vivian W. Lott House Built in 1918, the Lott house has served as a B&B and is listed in the National Register of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Howard_L._and_Vivian_W._Lott_House" rel="noreferrer nofollow">Historic Places</a>. Minolta x370 Kodak UltraMax 400 35mm film
Classic Mineola, Texas is one of my favorite towns. It has a population of less than 5,000 residents, yet they are able to put together some spectacles, like the annual Christmas parade down the main street. Here, what appears to be a classic 1958 Chevy coupe rolls slowly along the parade route, impressing all.
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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VAN AREA OIL & HISTORICAL MUSEUM
PO BOX 1221
VAN
TX
75790-1221

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MID # 8404801583
Name VAN AREA OIL & HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 752205147
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 8,063
REVENUE 7,457
LAT/LONG 32.529751, -95.631755
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 467
US Census Tract: 950800
US Census Block: 2040