RIVER FARM, HEADQUARTERS OF THE AMERICAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

ALEXANDRIA, VA

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River Farm is a historic property located on the Potomac River in Alexandria, Virginia. It spans 27 acres and is the headquarters of the American Horticultural Society (AHS). The property was once owned by George Washington, who acquired it in 1760 and named it Mount Vernon. However, it was later sold and renamed River Farm.

The property boasts beautiful gardens, including a children's garden, a four-season garden, and a wildlife garden. In addition to the gardens, there are also walking trails, a pond, and a meadow. The property is open to the public, and visitors can explore the gardens and take educational tours.

River Farm serves as the headquarters of the AHS, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting horticulture and gardening in America. The organization provides education, resources, and networking opportunities for horticulturists and gardeners across the country. The property also serves as a venue for events and meetings, with multiple indoor and outdoor spaces available for rent.

Overall, River Farm is a beautiful and historic property with a rich horticultural legacy. It serves as a hub for the promotion of gardening and horticulture in America, providing resources and opportunities for enthusiasts and professionals alike.

RIVER FARM, HEADQUARTERS OF THE AMERICAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY is a Uncategorized or General Museum in ALEXANDRIA VA. US MID #8405100578

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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 1,854,538 from tax period 201206 (YYYYMM).

Contact RIVER FARM, HEADQUARTERS OF THE AMERICAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

AMERICAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
7931 EAST BOULEVARD DRIVE
ALEXANDRIA
VA
22308-1300

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RIVER FARM, HEADQUARTERS OF THE AMERICAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8405100578
Name AMERICAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name RIVER FARM, HEADQUARTERS OF THE AMERICAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 530226408
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201206
INCOME 2,301,710
REVENUE 1,854,538
LAT/LONG 38.741951, -77.047702
CODES FIPS State Code: 51
FIPS County Code: 059
US Census Tract: 415600
US Census Block: 2006