VERMONT GRANITE MUSEUM OF BARRE

BARRE, VT

The Vermont Granite Museum of Barre is a non-profit educational institution located in Barre, Vermont. The museum is dedicated to preserving the rich history of the granite industry in Vermont, particularly in the Barre area, which is known as the "Granite Center of the World".

The museum is housed in a historic building that was once the Jones Brothers Granite Shed, a major granite quarrying and manufacturing facility in the early 20th century. The exhibits in the museum showcase the history of the granite industry, including the tools and techniques used in quarrying and cutting granite, the role of immigrant labor in the industry, and the impact of granite on the local economy and community.

Visitors can explore the museum's collection of historic artifacts, including granite cutting and shaping equipment, photographs and documents, and samples of different types of granite. The museum also offers educational programs and events, including guided tours, workshops, and lectures.

The Vermont Granite Museum of Barre is a unique and important institution that celebrates the history and culture of the granite industry in Vermont. It is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the history of industry and manufacturing in the United States.

VERMONT GRANITE MUSEUM OF BARRE is a Natural History & Natural Science Museum in BARRE VT. US MID #8405000231

The museum is classed as NAT (Natural History & Natural Science 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: $ 58,548 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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VERMONT GRANITE MUSEUM OF BARRE INC
PO BOX 282
BARRE
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05641-0282

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