CHARLES IVES BIRTHPLACE MUSEUM

DANBURY, CT

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Unseen leaves from Schneidler’s Der Wassermann Credit: Stewf

The Charles Ives Birthplace Museum is located in Danbury, Connecticut, and is dedicated to preserving the memory and legacy of one of America's greatest composers, Charles Ives. The museum is housed in the very same house where Ives was born in 1874, which has been carefully restored to its original condition to give visitors a glimpse into the life and times of this musical genius.

The museum features a collection of artifacts and memorabilia related to Ives, including photographs, letters, and musical scores. There is also a small gift shop where visitors can purchase souvenirs and books about Ives and his music.

One of the main attractions of the museum is a tour of the house, which includes a visit to the room where Ives was born and grew up, as well as the parlor, dining room, and kitchen. The museum also has a small performance space where concerts and recitals are held throughout the year, featuring music by Ives and other American composers.

Overall, the Charles Ives Birthplace Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in American music history and the life of one of its greatest composers. It offers a unique and intimate glimpse into the life of Charles Ives and his contributions to the world of music.

CHARLES IVES BIRTHPLACE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in DANBURY CT. US MID #8400900083

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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CHARLES IVES BIRTHPLACE MUSEUM
5 MOUNTAINVILLE AVE
DANBURY
CT
06810

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MID # 8400900083
Name CHARLES IVES BIRTHPLACE MUSEUM
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Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , New England
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LAT/LONG 41.382611, -73.445197
CODES FIPS State Code: 09
FIPS County Code: 001
US Census Tract: 210500
US Census Block: 1003