3 historic building on green grass and wooden fence

Museum and Historical Park Closed

Friday and Saturday, April 7-8

Museum and Historical Park will be closed for Easter break.

woman in blue historic clothing carrying water pails on shoulders

Spring Cleaning in the Historical Park

Saturday, April 15, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Join our historical park interpreters as they freshen up the mattresses, scrub the floors and tidy the Hoggatt House in preparation for the summer months! FREE. All ages welcome. Drop in.

man standing in factory with hosiery machine

The HP Historical Society presents: High Point from Nainsook Underwear to "Hosiery Capital of the South"

Wednesday, April 19, 10 a.m.
The whole world knows that High Point is the place for furniture, but did you know that High Point was also home of some of the oldest factories of the finest nainsook underwear, and a huge silk mill? The High Point Historical Society will host Dr. Doris H. Kincade and Dr. Elizabeth H. Dull as they discuss NC textiles and apparel and the history of these industries. This event is FREE and open to the public.

Fields & Feathers: Hunting at Deep River Lodge, 1895-1935

Exhibition Opening

Friday, April 28
Hunting lodges were a turn of the 20th Century phenomenon in the Piedmont that have long since been forgotten. This exhibit features photos and artifacts from Deep River Lodge, which was an exceptional example of these Piedmont retreats. Open through the end of January, 2024. FREE. All ages welcome.

one purple and one orange sticks decorated with stickers and drawings

Let’s Craft! Rainsticks in LIttle Red Schoolhouse

Saturday. April 29, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Want to have the power to bring a rainstorm to your house? Come make your own sensory rainstick to hear the rain whenever you want! Free. Drop in. All ages welcome.

Check out our Blog

New posts are added to our blog "History Hindsights" every month. Be sure to check it out for a look at varied topics related to High Point's history.

Recent posts include:

Rosenwald School in Florence aided education of African Americans
The Honorable Sammie Chess, Jr.
Golfers Protest: Integration of Blair Park Golf Course

Museum Happenings

Our costumed blacksmith will be conducting demonstrations on Saturdays, April 1, 15, 22, 29,
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Museum and Historical Park Closed
Friday and Saturday, April 7-8
Spring Cleaning in the Historical Park
Saturday, April 15, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The High Point Historical Society presents: High Point from Nainsook Underwear to "Hosiery Capital of the South"
Wednesday, April 19, 10 a.m.
“Fields & Feathers: Hunting at Deep River Lodge, 1895-1935” Exhibition Opening
Friday, April 28
Let’s Craft! Rainsticks in Little Red Schoolhouse
Saturday. April 29, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Here's a new way you can engage with the High Point Museum - help us transcribe letters, diaries, deeds, meeting minutes, and other materials from our collection. Click here and begin to begin your adventure!

Online Resources
Experience the High Point Museum digitally by exploring exhibits, engaging with collections, watching videos or listening to audio tours. Visit our website and look for a variety of resources on the online learning tab. New content is being added regularly.

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