HENRICUS HISTORICAL PARK

CHESTERFIELD, VA

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Henricus Historical Park is a living history museum located in Chesterfield, Virginia. The park is situated on the banks of the James River and is dedicated to preserving the history of the area, particularly the early colonial period.

Visitors to the park can explore the recreated 17th-century English settlement, which includes a variety of buildings and structures such as a church, a tobacco barn, and a fort. The settlement is staffed by costumed interpreters who demonstrate various aspects of daily life in colonial Virginia, including cooking, blacksmithing, and farming.

In addition to the settlement, the park also features a Native American village that represents the culture and traditions of the Powhatan people who lived in the area before the arrival of the English. Visitors can learn about traditional Powhatan activities such as fishing, hunting, and basket weaving.

The park also offers a range of educational programs and events throughout the year, including hands-on activities, lectures, and demonstrations. These programs are designed to provide visitors with a deeper understanding of the history and culture of the area.

Overall, Henricus Historical Park is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in early colonial history, Native American culture, and the history of Virginia.

HENRICUS HISTORICAL PARK is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CHESTERFIELD VA. US MID #8405100683

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). 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: $ 1,243,972 from tax period 201206 (YYYYMM).

Contact HENRICUS HISTORICAL PARK

HENRICUS FOUNDATION
251 HENRICUS PARK RD
CHESTERFIELD
VA
23836

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HENRICUS HISTORICAL PARK Information

MID # 8405100683
Name HENRICUS FOUNDATION
Alternate Name HENRICUS HISTORICAL PARK
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 541351951
NTEECC A84
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201206
INCOME 1,257,435
REVENUE 1,243,972
LAT/LONG 37.364569, -77.397985
CODES FIPS State Code: 51
FIPS County Code: 041
US Census Tract: 100403
US Census Block: 3070