SHELDON MUSEUM
MIDDLEBURY, VT
The Sheldon Museum is a historical museum located in the town of Middlebury, Vermont. The museum was established in 1882 and is housed in a beautiful brick building that was originally built as a bank in 1829. The museum was named after the Sheldon family, who were prominent residents of the town and who donated a significant amount of money and artifacts to the museum.
The museum's collection is focused on the history of the town and the surrounding area, with exhibits that feature artifacts from the colonial era, the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the 20th century. The collection includes a wide range of objects, including furniture, clothing, tools, photographs, and artwork.
One of the most popular exhibits at the Sheldon Museum is the "Faces of Addison County," which features portraits of local residents from the 18th and 19th centuries. The museum also has a research library and archives, which are open to the public and provide a wealth of information about the history of the area.
The Sheldon Museum is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, and it offers a fascinating look into the history of Middlebury and the surrounding region. The museum is open year-round, and it hosts a variety of events and programs throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and special exhibits.
SHELDON MUSEUM is a History Museum in MIDDLEBURY VT. US MID #8405000062
The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 187,629 from tax period 201209 (YYYYMM).
Contact SHELDON MUSEUM
- website: http://henrysheldonmuseum.org
SHELDON ART MUSEUM ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY
HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC 1 PARK STREE
MIDDLEBURY
VT
5753
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SHELDON MUSEUM Information
MID # | 8405000062 |
Name | SHELDON ART MUSEUM ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY |
Alternate Name | SHELDON MUSEUM |
Classification | History Museums, , New England |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | 030190481 |
NTEECC | A54 |
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | 201209 |
INCOME | 194,733 |
REVENUE | 187,629 |
LAT/LONG | 44.009153, -73.176307 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 50 FIPS County Code: 001 US Census Tract: 960800 US Census Block: 2016 |