Category: Museums

Old Salem Museums & Gardens offers a captivating journey into the heart of North Carolina’s colonial past. Visitors can step back in time and explore meticulously preserved 18th-century buildings, wander through lush gardens, and delve into the rich stories of the Moravian community that once called this place home. The museum provides a unique opportunity to experience firsthand the daily life, crafts, and traditions of early America.

Browne House offers a captivating glimpse into the past, showcasing the history and architecture of Watertown through its preserved rooms and artifacts. Visitors can wander through meticulously restored spaces, imagining life in this historic residence during different eras. Each exhibit tells a story, revealing details about the people who lived there and the community that thrived around them.

Mellette House offers a captivating glimpse into the past, showcasing the history and architectural splendor of a bygone era. Visitors can explore meticulously preserved rooms, each telling a unique story about the lives of those who once called this grand house home.

The Edmund Fowle House offers a captivating glimpse into Watertown’s rich past. Visitors can step back in time and explore the well-preserved 18th-century home of prominent local figure, Edmund Fowle. The house stands as a testament to the architectural styles and daily life of early settlers, providing a fascinating insight into the town’s history and heritage.

Playful children’s museum offering hands-on educational displays on technology & science.

Tours of a 5-story, octagonal house from 1854 with old photos & other historical objects on display.

Exhibits, films, live shows, & hands-on science & discovery programs for kids and adults.

Contemporary & historical works from a 7,000-piece permanent collection, & a hands-on area for kids.

Formerly a municipal airport, with the art deco terminal now housing a tribute to aviation history.

Re-creation of late-1880s life in the County, including farm animals, photos & document archives.