Monthly Activities from the High Point Museum

Fun with Water
Sat., Aug. 3, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sun., Aug. 4, 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cool off in the park by learning how early American settlers used water in their everyday lives. Compete in a water bucket relay, help do the laundry, or try out an old-fashioned thumb waterer to water our garden. All ages welcome. Drop-in. FREE

Blacksmith Demonstration
Saturdays, Aug. 10 & 24
10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sundays, Aug. 11 & 25
1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Come watch our costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. All ages welcome. FREE. Drop-in

The Art of Textiles
Sat., Aug. 17, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sun., Aug. 18, 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Discover how early American settlers turned natural fibers into clothes and household décor. Try your hand at carding wool and watch our costumed interpreter spin it into thread. Learn how to create your own sewing sampler or weave a rug. All ages welcome. Drop-in. FREE

Arts Splash Concert Featuring Vaden Landers
Sunday, August 4, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
FREE
The High Point Arts Council summer outdoor concert series held at the Museum features Vaden Landers is a true folk artist that focuses primarily on old-time and country blues music. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic dinners. No alcoholic beverages permitted. If there is a threat of rain, call 336.889.ARTS after 4 p.m. on Sunday to get the latest update on the event.

Saturday, August 10, 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Washington Street Walking Tour
Changing Tides Cultural Center, 613 Washington St.
Local Historian Glenn Chavis will offer a guided walking tour of historic Washington Street. Washington Street was a thriving business and entertainment district for High Point’s black community during the period of segregation. The tour, lasting approximately 90 minutes. Call the Museum at 336-885-1859 for more information.

North Carolina Tattoo History
Monday, August 26, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
High Point Public Library, Morgan Room
C.W. Eldridge of the Tattoo Archive will present North Carolina Tattoo History. This presentation will feature photographs, flash, and business cards from North Carolina tattooists from the past. Sponsored by the Heritage Research Center.

Saturday, August 3, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Peach Palooza - To celebrate one of our favorite fruits – peaches – we’re hosting a recipe contest this week at the High Point Farmers Market. The rules and registration form can be found here.
Community Partner: Keep High Point Beautiful
Saturday, August 10, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Garden Day
Community Partner: Greater High Point Food Alliance

Saturday, August 17, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Discover Your Library - High Point Museum and Heritage Research Center
Community Partner: NC Works
Saturday, August 24, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Featured Farmer
Saturday, August 24, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Featured Farmer
Community Partner: PNAC/d-up

For more information on these events call 336-883-3022 or visit the website