JEFFERSON COUNTY MUSEUM

CHARLES TOWN, WV

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The Jefferson County Museum is located in Charles Town, West Virginia and is dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the county. The museum is housed in a beautifully restored 1836 courthouse building, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The exhibits in the museum cover a wide range of topics, including the county's role in the Civil War, the history of industry and agriculture, and the local African American community. Visitors can view artifacts such as Civil War uniforms and weapons, antique farming equipment, and items related to the county's famous horse racing industry.

In addition to the permanent exhibits, the museum also features rotating exhibits and special events throughout the year. The museum's gift shop offers a variety of books, souvenirs, and locally made crafts.

The Jefferson County Museum is open year-round and admission is free, though donations are appreciated. The museum is operated by the Jefferson County Historical Society, which also offers educational programs and research services for those interested in the county's history. Overall, the Jefferson County Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the rich history of West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle.

JEFFERSON COUNTY MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CHARLES TOWN WV. US MID #8405400147

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: $ 755,798 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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JEFFERSON COUNTY MUSEUM
200 EAST WASHINGTON STREET
CHARLES TOWN
WV
25414

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JEFFERSON COUNTY MUSEUM Information

MID # 8405400147
Name JEFFERSON COUNTY MUSEUM
Alternate Name JEFFERSON COUNTY MUSEUM
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 550465896
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 756,573
REVENUE 755,798
LAT/LONG 39.289887, -77.858559
CODES FIPS State Code: 54
FIPS County Code: 037
US Census Tract: 972505
US Census Block: 1027