GAAR HOUSE MUSEUM

RICHMOND, IN

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GAAR HOUSE MUSEUM is a historic house museum located in the city of Richmond, Indiana. The museum is housed in a beautifully restored Victorian mansion that was built in 1876 by Abram Gaar, a prominent industrialist and businessman of the time.

The museum offers visitors a glimpse into the life and times of the Gaar family and the city of Richmond during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The house is filled with period furnishings, artifacts, and memorabilia that tell the story of the Gaar family, their businesses, and the community they helped to build.

Visitors to the museum can take guided tours of the house and grounds, which include a carriage house, a formal garden, and a one-room schoolhouse. The museum also hosts special events and educational programs throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and children's activities.

GAAR HOUSE MUSEUM is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history, architecture, and the cultural heritage of Richmond, Indiana. With its rich history, beautiful surroundings, and engaging exhibits, the museum offers a unique and memorable experience for visitors of all ages.

GAAR HOUSE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in RICHMOND IN. US MID #8401800098

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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GAAR HOUSE MUSEUM
2593 PLEASANT VIEW RD
RICHMOND
IN
47374

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GAAR HOUSE MUSEUM Information

MID # 8401800098
Name GAAR HOUSE MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 39.849449, -84.86648
CODES FIPS State Code: 18
FIPS County Code: 177
US Census Tract: 000400
US Census Block: 1050