Blacksmith Demonstration in the Historical Park

Saturdays, Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Come watch our costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. All ages are welcome to this free, drop-in event.

night sky background with yellow lettering of event name

National Night Out at the High Point Museum

Tuesday, Aug. 2, 7:30 – 10 p.m.

Enjoy a movie in the Historical Park as we promote neighborhood spirit and police-community partnership at this free evening event. All ages welcome. Drop-in. FREE

people playing games in the historical park

Family Fun Day in the Historical Park

Saturday, Aug. 27, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Enjoy the last few weeks of summer with a picnic in the park, historic games, sidewalk chalk, hula hoops and more! Have some delicious popsicles and lemonade to cool off in the heat as well. FREE. Drop-in.

Paper plates with a whole in the center, decorated with flowers

Paper Plate Frisbees in Little Red Schoolhouse

Saturday, Aug. 27, 10a.m. – 2p.m.
Need something to play with while you enjoy Family Fun Day in the Historical Park? Swing by the Little Red Schoolhouse to make your own frisbee to throw around! All ages welcome. FREE. Drop-in.

Check out our Blog

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

Recent posts include:
Highland Cotton Mill Villagers Preserve Their Heritage
High Point’s West En d Pt. 1
Ice Cream Man Cometh

Museum Summer Happenings

Our costumed blacksmith will be conducting demonstrations on Saturdays, August 6, 13, 20, 27, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
National Night Out at the High Point Museum
Tuesday, Aug. 2, 7:30 – 10 p.m.
Family Fun Day in the Historical Park
Saturday, Aug. 27, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Paper Plate Frisbees in Little Red Schoolhouse
Saturday, Aug. 27, 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.

Show off your hometown pride in your next Zoom meeting with one of our virtual backgrounds featuring historical photographs from the High Point Museum collection.

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