Historian Tom Hanchett delves into one thread of his new book Affordable Housing in Charlotte. We’ll start with the invention of subsidized housing in the 1930s-1940s. Then look at how a 1990s program called HOPE VI brought dramatic improvements — while displacing some residents. Finally, we’ll ask how history shapes affordable housing issues today. Dr. Hanchett...
Step back in time this summer as the Museum of the Waxhaws brings the 18th century to life! Experience The Battle of Charlotte Reenactment & Living History Weekend—a powerful celebration of our region’s Revolutionary War legacy.
Step back in time this summer as the Museum of the Waxhaws brings the 18th century to life! Experience The Battle of Charlotte Reenactment & Living History Weekend—a powerful celebration of our region’s Revolutionary War legacy.
Enjoy food, fun, and fellowship with your fellow compatriots! Spouses and Guests welcome! This is a self-paid event. Brewers accepts cash, credit, and debit.
With none of the luxuries we have today, preserved food was often a staple for families, especially during the winter months. What about when working in the fields or traveling? How and what did the farm workers, the enslaved and family eat when working all day in the fields or traveling great distances? We will...
Join Mecklenburg Genealogical Society on Wednesday, September 10, for Get Involved & Dig Deeper! Learn how you can play a bigger role in Olde Meck by volunteering at the Family Research Center, joining the Writer’s Group, helping plan the 2026 conference, or serving on the Board. Then, enjoy a presentation by Jane Benton and Katie Grafer...
Let your little learner step into the shoes of an archaeologist! In this hands-on session, children will explore the basics of archaeology through: Sensory Dig Bin – Search for “artifacts” like plastic animals, shells, and coins buried in sand or rice. Brush It Off – Use paintbrushes to gently uncover hidden objects, just like real archaeologists! Match...
Join Historic Preservation Specialist Tommy Warlick to learn more about the Mecklenburg County Historic Landmarks Department, its campaign to preserve the county's historical resources for future generations, and how you can get involved. From cleaning headstones at the historic Sugaw Creek Presbyterian Church cemeteries to launching new initiatives like the Bookmarks local history book club...
Join the Charlotte Museum of History at Lost Worlds Brewing for an evening of stories, drinks, and history. In this edition of Spirited History, discover how colonial taverns served as lively centers of community, commerce, and political debate in 18th-century North Carolina. This event includes: A short round of trivia A brief talk by the brewers at...
Grab a snack and share your thoughts at Snack and Chat — a monthly laid-back community feedback series where you can tell us what you think about the Charlotte Museum of History. That’s right- we are leaving Shamrock Drive and coming to you! We want to hear your ideas, feedback, and hopes for the future of your...
Have you ever wondered “what’s not on display”? Join us at the Charlotte Museum of History for an exclusive, after hours tour in our Collections Room - typically off-limits to the public. Led by our Registrar, Kyle Booker, this intimate tour (limited to just 10 guests) takes you behind the scenes to explore artifacts, hear...
Please join the Mecklenburg SAR for our September Chapter Dinner Tom Phlegar will deliver a presentation on the Southern Campaign in the American Revolution, the often overlooked but extremely important theatre in our war for independence. Please join us for this exciting meeting.