CRYSTAL RIVER STATE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE

CRYSTAL RIVER, FL

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Crystal River State Archaeological Site is located in Crystal River, Florida, and is a designated National Historic Landmark. The site was inhabited by the indigenous people of Florida for over 1,000 years, and it is believed that the site was used as a ceremonial center and burial ground for the elite members of the society.

The site features a complex of burial mounds, temple mounds, and a plaza, which were constructed using shell and earth. The largest mound on the site, known as Temple Mound, is over 30 feet high and is believed to have been used for religious purposes.

In addition to the mounds, the site also features a museum which houses artifacts and exhibits related to the history of the site and the indigenous people of Florida. Visitors can also take part in guided tours of the site and participate in educational programs.

The Crystal River State Archaeological Site is an important cultural and historical landmark in Florida, offering visitors a glimpse into the rich and complex history of the indigenous people who once inhabited the area.

CRYSTAL RIVER STATE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CRYSTAL RIVER FL. US MID #8401200190

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). 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).

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CRYSTAL RIVER STATE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE
3400 NORTH MUSEUM POINT
CRYSTAL RIVER
FL
32629

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CRYSTAL RIVER STATE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE Information

MID # 8401200190
Name CRYSTAL RIVER STATE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE
Alternate Name CRYSTAL RIVER STATE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 28.90948, -82.627849
CODES FIPS State Code: 12
FIPS County Code: 017
US Census Tract: 450500
US Census Block: 2080