THOMAS AVERY HOUSE
EAST LYME, CT
The Thomas Avery House is a historic home located in East Lyme, Connecticut. Built in 1794, it is a classic example of a Federal-style home, with its symmetrical facade, central entrance, and decorative details such as dentil molding and pilasters. The house was built by Thomas Avery, a prominent local businessman who operated a nearby grist mill and sawmill. The Avery family lived in the house for several generations, and it remained in their ownership until the mid-20th century.
Today, the Thomas Avery House is a museum and cultural center open to the public. Visitors can tour the historic home and learn about the Avery family, as well as the history of East Lyme and the surrounding area. The museum features a collection of artifacts and exhibits that highlight the region's industrial and agricultural heritage, including antique farm equipment and tools. The grounds of the Thomas Avery House also include a barn and several outbuildings, which have been restored to their original condition and can be explored by visitors.
The Thomas Avery House is a unique and valuable resource for the community of East Lyme, offering a glimpse into the region's rich history and cultural heritage. Its preservation and maintenance are a testament to the dedication of local historians and volunteers who work to ensure that this important piece of Connecticut history remains accessible to future generations.
THOMAS AVERY HOUSE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in EAST LYME CT. US MID #8400900011
The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).
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THOMAS AVERY HOUSE
SOCIETY RD
EAST LYME
CT
06333
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MID # | 8400900011 |
Name | THOMAS AVERY HOUSE |
Alternate Name | |
Classification | Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | |
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | |
INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 41.3481486, -72.2186884 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 09 FIPS County Code: 011 US Census Tract: 716101 US Census Block: 2000 |