DAVIDSON COUNTY HISTORIAL MSUM

LEXINGTON, NC

Davidson County Historical Museum is located in Lexington, North Carolina, and is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of the county. The museum is housed in the former courthouse building, which was built in 1858 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Visitors to the museum can explore a variety of exhibits and displays that cover the county's history from prehistoric times to the present day. One of the highlights of the museum is its extensive collection of Civil War artifacts, which includes weapons, uniforms, and personal items that belonged to local soldiers.

Other exhibits focus on the county's agriculture, industry, and cultural heritage. Visitors can see a replica of a 19th-century general store, a vintage fire truck, and a display on the county's famous barbecue tradition. The museum also features a research library that is open to the public and contains a wide variety of historical documents and photographs.

In addition to its exhibits, the Davidson County Historical Museum offers a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and workshops. The museum is open to the public on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and admission is free.

DAVIDSON COUNTY HISTORIAL MSUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in LEXINGTON NC. US MID #8403700109

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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Contact DAVIDSON COUNTY HISTORIAL MSUM

• telephone: 3362422035
• website: http://www.davidsoncountync.com

DAVIDSON COUNTY HISTORIAL MSUM
2 S MAIN ST
LEXINGTON
NC
27292

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