COLLINGWOOD LIBRARY AND MUSEUM ON AMERICANISM

ALEXANDRIA, VA

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Collingwood Library and Museum on Americanism is a non-profit organization located in Alexandria, Virginia. The museum was founded in 1938 by Colonel Henry W. Shoemaker, a World War I veteran, and collector of American historical artifacts. The museum houses a vast collection of over 12,000 items that showcase the history of America from the colonial period to present-day.

The collection includes rare books, manuscripts, photographs, and artifacts like weapons, uniforms, and flags. Some of the highlights of the museum's collection include a first edition of Thomas Paine's "Common Sense," a letter signed by George Washington, and a sword that belonged to Robert E. Lee.

The library at the museum has over 3,000 volumes of rare books, periodicals, and documents related to American history. The museum also offers educational programs for students and adults, including lectures, tours, and workshops.

The Collingwood Library and Museum on Americanism is dedicated to preserving and promoting American history and values. The museum is open to the public and admission is free. Visitors can explore the exhibits and learn about the rich history of America through the museum's vast collection of artifacts and documents.

COLLINGWOOD LIBRARY AND MUSEUM ON AMERICANISM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in ALEXANDRIA VA. US MID #8405100158

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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COLLINGWOOD LIBRARY AND MUSEUM ON AMERICANISM
8301 E BOULEVARD DR
ALEXANDRIA
VA
22308

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MID # 8405100158
Name COLLINGWOOD LIBRARY AND MUSEUM ON AMERICANISM
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Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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LAT/LONG 38.732012, -77.046625
CODES FIPS State Code: 51
FIPS County Code: 059
US Census Tract: 415700
US Census Block: 1000