In an era when Congress has effectively forfeited much of its power to the executive, it is interesting to revisit how the First Congress of the United States, which met from 1789 to 1791, defined its role and established precedents. Though these men were imperfect and divided in some respects, they established rules, mores, and […]

Discover the American Soldiers who fought (and lost) the Battle of Guilford Courthouse and what their daily routines were like in this pivotal battle of the American Revolution. For more information, contact Mark Taylor at mark.taylor@highpointnc.gov.

In an era when Congress has effectively forfeited much of its power to the executive, it is interesting to revisit how the First Congress of the United States, which met from 1789 to 1791, defined its role and established precedents. Though these men were imperfect and divided in some respects, they established rules, mores, and […]

In an era when Congress has effectively forfeited much of its power to the executive, it is interesting to revisit how the First Congress of the United States, which met from 1789 to 1791, defined its role and established precedents. Though these men were imperfect and divided in some respects, they established rules, mores, and […]

A partnership between the High Point Public Library and High Point Museum, Andrew Lawler, a notable journalist and author, will be at the Museum to make a presentation based on his new book, A Perfect Frenzy. This talk will forever change your view of the conflict that birthed the nation. In 1777 and 1776, two […]

The High Point Public Library will again participate in National Voter Registration Day, focusing on providing general voter registration information to citizens of greater High Point. We will be distributing voter education bags starting in August through October 9, thedeadline for registering to vote in the General Election on November 3. More details to come.

The Whitsett Fall Festival is returning on Saturday, October 3rd from 10 am to 3 pm. Bring the family for a full day of fun! This year’s festival will keep that beloved classic feel that everyone has grown to love from previous years while also celebrating a HUGE milestone: America’s 250th Birthday! Expect a festive […]

Is what we think of as American culture really from America? Join Tina Smith, MuseumEducator for the Lam Museum of Anthropology at Wake Forest University, for a discussion on the origins of American culture. Learn how foods, clothes, games, and music from Native American, African, Mexican, and other cultures have and continue to shape American […]

IMAGE: New Garden Meetinghouse during the beginning of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse. Image courtesy of National Park Service. The North Carolina Society Daughters of the American Revolution will dedicate the Historical Marker for the Battle of New Garden. The dedication takes place from 9 am to 2 pm at Guilford College and marker locations (Guilford College, […]

Join us as we celebrate the library’s 100 years in High Point. This event will feature livemusic, activities, and games for all ages and special exhibitors. More details to come. For more information, contact Julie Raynor at julie.raynor@highpointnc.gov.

Join the Greensboro History Museum for this free event as we celebrate Darley Newman’s new book Revolutionary Road Trip: Hidden Stories of America’s Founding Journey. Darley of PBS’s Travels with Darley will be chatting with Museum Director Carol Ghiorsi Hart and will be available for questions and book signings.