Millers House Museum Foundation

The Millers House Museum Foundation is a U.S. nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the Miller's House Museum in Lexington, Virginia. The foundation operates with the EIN number 472123689.

Purpose and Activities

The primary purpose of the Millers House Museum Foundation is to support the operation and maintenance of the Miller's House Museum. The museum itself focuses on interpreting the industrial and transportation history of the Lexington area, highlighting the historic significance of roads, rivers, and rails in the region.

Miller's House Museum

Miller's House, built in the early 1800s, is the only remaining structure from a once-thriving industrial complex on Jordan's Point, developed by John Jordan. The complex included a furnace, forge, and covered toll bridge spanning the North (Maury) River. The museum showcases a diorama of the Lexington railroad system and offers insights into the region's historical industrial landscape.

Operations and Access

The Miller's House Museum is open to visitors on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 PM to 4 PM, typically from late March to late November. Admission to the museum is free, making it accessible to a wide range of visitors.

Historical Significance

In 2016, Jordan's Point, including the Miller's House Museum, was added to the National Register of Historic Places and designated as a Virginia Treasure by the Virginia Department of Historic Resources. This recognition underscores the site's historical importance and its contribution to preserving Virginia's industrial heritage.

Community Engagement

Through its support for the Miller's House Museum, the foundation plays a role in promoting historical education and community engagement in Lexington, Virginia. The museum serves as a resource for both local residents and visitors interested in the region's industrial history.