McDowell House Museum Inc
Our mission is to promote the importance of the historic surgery performed by Dr. Ephraim McDowell and the bravery of his patient Mrs. Jane Todd Crawford. We aim to: Preserve and maintain historic McDowell House, the attached apothecary shop, and the surrounding grounds. Seek, collect, conserve, and exhibit that material culture which belongs to the Ephraim McDowell family and that which is appropriate to the house while the McDowells lived there from 1802-1830 and the Apothecary Shop where Dr. McDowell practiced medicine. Study and interpret the lives of Ephraim and Sarah McDowell, their children, and their slaves while they occupied the house; Communicate and celebrate McDowell's work and his contributions to modern medicine; Identify the museum's target audience and develop continually evolving strategies of connecting with them.
Founded
1988
Web
mcdowellhouse.com
Address
DANVILLE
McDowell House Museum | The Dr. Ephraim McDowell House 125 S 2nd St Danville KY 40422859 2362804 Book Tour for Available Times Welcome to McDowell House McDowell House Museum is an 1800s historic house with a fascinating story an apothecary and two gardens. This National Historic Landmark site is the former home and office of pioneering surgeon Dr. Ephraim McDowell. We are open yearround for public tours group tours and field trips.
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What a hidden gem in Danville! The history of Dr. Ephraim McDowell is simply fascinating. Can’t wait to book a tour and learn more about his incredible legacy! 💖🏛️
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I love how the McDowell House Museum is preserving such an important piece of history! Excited to support this wonderful cause and visit to explore the gardens and apothecary. 🌼📚
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