HISTORIC RIVER BOATS AFLOAT

KENT, WA

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Historic River Boats Afloat is a unique maritime museum located in Kent, Washington. The museum boasts of a collection of historic river boats that date back to the early 20th century. These boats have been restored to their original condition and are now available for public viewing.

Visitors to the museum can explore the boats and learn about their history and significance. The collection includes the Virginia V, a steam-powered ferry that operated in the Puget Sound for over 60 years, and the Lotus, a riverboat that was used for transportation and entertainment in the early 1900s.

Apart from the boats, the museum also features exhibits on the history of river transportation and the role of waterways in the development of the Pacific Northwest. There are also interactive displays and educational programs for children and adults alike.

The museum is open from May to September and offers guided tours, special events, and boat rides on select days. It is a popular destination for tourists and locals interested in maritime history and the unique culture of the Pacific Northwest. Historic River Boats Afloat is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience the charm and nostalgia of river transportation in the early 20th century.

HISTORIC RIVER BOATS AFLOAT is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in KENT WA. US MID #8405300241

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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HISTORIC RIVER BOATS AFLOAT
21737 96TH PLACE SOUTH
KENT
WA
98031-2022

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MID # 8405300241
Name HISTORIC RIVER BOATS AFLOAT
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 270465467
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201312
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 47.407478, -122.211554
CODES FIPS State Code: 53
FIPS County Code: 033
US Census Tract: 029204
US Census Block: 3006