APVA-SCOTCHTOWN
RICHMOND, VA
APVA-Scotchtown is a historic site located in Hanover County, Richmond, Virginia. The site is the former home of Patrick Henry, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, and a prominent politician and orator during the American Revolution. The home was constructed in 1771 and is a fine example of Georgian architecture, featuring symmetrical design, classical proportions and elegant detailing.
The property is now operated by the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities (APVA), and is open to the public as a museum. Visitors can tour the house and learn about the life and times of Patrick Henry, as well as the history of the American Revolution and the founding of the United States. The house has been restored to its original appearance, with period furnishings and decorations, providing an authentic and immersive experience.
In addition to the house, the site features several other historic buildings, including a kitchen, slave quarters, and smokehouse. There is also a visitor center with exhibits and information about the site and its history. APVA-Scotchtown is an important cultural landmark and a fascinating destination for history buffs and anyone interested in the early history of the United States.
APVA-SCOTCHTOWN is a Uncategorized or General Museum in RICHMOND VA. US MID #8405100195
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).
Contact APVA-SCOTCHTOWN
- telephone: 8046481889
APVA-SCOTCHTOWN
204 WEST FRANKLIN STREET
RICHMOND
VA
23223
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APVA-SCOTCHTOWN Information
MID # | 8405100195 |
Name | APVA-SCOTCHTOWN |
Alternate Name | APVA-SCOTCHTOWN |
Classification | Uncategorized or General Museums, , Southeastern |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | |
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | |
INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 37.547522, -77.393776 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 51 FIPS County Code: 760 US Census Tract: 030500 US Census Block: 2008 |