Juneteenth is now a national holiday, but do you know the real story of how freedom came to over 300,000 enslaved people in Texas? It’s a story that has been altered or left out of this country’s historical narrative for far too long. This presentation brings the story to life by replacing myths and omissions […]
Join the Greensboro History Museum for an evening of WWII history and personal reflections featuring authors Laura Bailey, Kaye Ackermann, and Reagan Steele. This special program focuses on the life of Vern Schmidt, a member of the Greatest Generation who recently passed away after a well-lived 100 years. While Vern had every intention of joining us in […]
Discover your African-American ancestry back to 1870 with this interactive workshop. Learn practical research strategies for tracing both enslaved and free people of color during the Antebellum period. Gain a deeper understanding of your family’s history and celebrate the legacy of those who transitioned to freedom. FREE Registration for virtual viewing will be released at a […]
It’s Flag Day. What does that mean? It means learning about the history of the American flag and why it’s so important. AND getting to make our own flag! Our Sensory-Friendly environment (dim lights, a calm room, limited people) will be from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Free. Drop in. All ages welcome.
Learn all about the different kinds of pottery and how clay was used in Early America. Take some clay to make your own art or houseware goods in the Historical Park! FREE. All ages welcome. Drop-in.
Join us for a remarkable celebration of freedom, strength, and community at Juneteenth SOULebration—an outdoor event dedicated to honoring Juneteenth while uplifting the spirit with gratitude and praise to God. Juneteenth, known as Juneteenth Independence Day or Freedom Day, marks the historic announcement on June 19, 1865, declaring the end of slavery in Texas and […]
Get ready to celebrate the 6th Annual Juneteenth Black Food Truck Festival in Greensboro! Presented by the Cultural Relationships in Unity Cohort and Visit Greensboro. Friday, June 194-9 pmFree to attend. Prices vary for vendors.501 Yanceyville St. Parking Available at the War Memorial Stadium on Lindsay Street
Photo: Felipe Troncoso/Greensboro History Museum Discover twentieth-century Black businesses near Downtown — from beauty shops to banks and much more. We’ll highlight architect Edward Jenkins, haberdasher Harold Cotton, beautician Pauline Farrar McCain and other entrepreneurs large and small on an approximately 5 mile, family-friendly ride. Visit the Greensboro History Museum’s website for more information and […]
How did North Carolinians keep crime down and conduct legal matters in the backcountry? John Haley was a tax collector and sheriff – what was work like? Join our costumed interpreters as they talk about how 18th century society was policed and how laws were kept. FREE. All ages welcome. Drop-in.
For over one hundred years, the community of East Greensboro has nurtured, loved, and supported a library known by many names but united in a spirit of service to the people. Join us in a day-long Juneteenth celebration of the past, present, and future of the library in East Greensboro. Plus, learn about what’s in […]
Tour the museum’s galleries and meet costumed interpreters portraying Guilford County’s revolutionary residents, public figures, political activist, and more. Lifted Voices is a series of living history programs that bring to life people and stories from Greensboro’s past. This is a free, family-friendly program. Join us for history in first person.
Author of A Founding Mother: A Novel of Abigail Adams Meet Stephanie Dray, author of A Founding Mother, A Novel of Abigail Adams. June 27, 1:00 pm at the High Point Museum. Hosted by the High Point Public Library.