HENDRICKS COUNTY MUSEUM

DANVILLE, IN

Indianapolis, Indiana Indiana is a state in the Midwestern region of the United States. It borders Lake Michigan to the northwest, Michigan to the north and northeast, Ohio to the east, the Ohio River and Kentucky to the south and southeast, and the Wabash River and Illinois to the west.
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The Hendricks County Museum is located in Danville, Indiana, and is a historical museum that showcases the history and culture of Hendricks County. The museum is housed in the old Sheriff's Residence and Jail, which was built in 1866 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The museum's exhibits cover a wide range of topics, including the county's agricultural and industrial heritage, military history, and the lives of its residents. Visitors can explore the jail cells, sheriff's quarters, and courtroom that were once used in the building, as well as view displays of antique farming equipment, military artifacts, and period clothing.

In addition to exhibits, the museum also hosts a variety of events and educational programs throughout the year, including guided tours, special exhibitions, and workshops for children and adults. The museum also has a gift shop that sells books, souvenirs, and other items related to the history of Hendricks County.

Overall, the Hendricks County Museum is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in the history and culture of Indiana, and is a great place to learn about the people and events that have shaped the county over the years.

HENDRICKS COUNTY MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in DANVILLE IN. US MID #8401800242

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

Indianapolis, Indiana Indiana is a state in the Midwestern region of the United States. It borders Lake Michigan to the northwest, Michigan to the north and northeast, Ohio to the east, the Ohio River and Kentucky to the south and southeast, and the Wabash River and Illinois to the west.
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FRIENDS OF THE HENDRICKS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM INC
PO BOX 226
DANVILLE
IN
46122-0226

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MID # 8401800242
Name FRIENDS OF THE HENDRICKS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM INC
Alternate Name HENDRICKS COUNTY MUSEUM
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 262168960
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 39.765471, -86.522811
CODES FIPS State Code: 18
FIPS County Code: 063
US Census Tract: 210501
US Census Block: 2019