MONTEREY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL AND RURAL LIFE MU

KING CITY, CA

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Monterey County Agricultural and Rural Life Museum in King City, CA, is a living museum dedicated to preserving and celebrating the agricultural and rural heritage of Monterey County. Founded in 1983, the museum showcases the history of agriculture in Monterey County, from the Native American Ohlone people to present day farming. The museum features a variety of exhibits, including a replica of a historic farming community, a tool shed, interactive displays, and a gift shop. Visitors can explore a variety of artifacts and photographs to learn about the history of farming in Monterey County.

The museum offers a variety of educational programs, including field trips, workshops, and special events. Visitors can take part in hands-on activities, such as harvesting, threshing, and grinding wheat, as well as learn about animal husbandry and other farming techniques. The museum also hosts events to celebrate local farmers, such as the annual Harvest Festival.

The museum is located on the grounds of the former King City High School and is open to the public year-round. Admission to the museum is free, and there is a small donation box to help support the museum. Visitors can also join the Friends of the Museum, a volunteer group that helps to maintain and preserve the museum and grounds. With its rich history and educational programs, the Monterey County Agricultural and Rural Life Museum is an important cultural resource in King City and the surrounding area.

MONTEREY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL AND RURAL LIFE MU is a History Museum in KING CITY CA. US MID #8400602289

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 55,351 from tax period 201209 (YYYYMM).

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Contact MONTEREY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL AND RURAL LIFE MU

MONTEREY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL AND RURAL LIFE MUSEUM
PO BOX 644
KING CITY
CA
93930-0644

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MID # 8400602289
Name MONTEREY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL AND RURAL LIFE MUSEUM
Alternate Name MONTEREY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL AND RURAL LIFE MU
Classification History Museums, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 942495649
NTEECC A54
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201209
INCOME 75,481
REVENUE 55,351
LAT/LONG 36.209357, -121.122527
CODES FIPS State Code: 06
FIPS County Code: 053
US Census Tract: 011302
US Census Block: 3012