BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Historic Affiliate Council - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Historic Affiliate Council
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Historic Affiliate Council
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260219T221422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T221422Z
UID:10000796-1776423600-1776445200@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:American Revolution\, the Augmented Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are on sale now for the Charlotte Museum of History’s most ambitious exhibition ever\, American Revolution\, the Augmented Exhibition\, opening April 14\, 2026. Developed by Histovery in partnership with the Museum of the American Revolution\, this national exhibition uses cutting-edge augmented reality and interactive 3D recreations to immerse visitors in the defining moments of 1763–1789. Using Histovery’s patented HistoPad tablet\, guests can explore events such as the Boston Tea Party\, the Constitutional Convention\, and the Battle of Yorktown\, while visiting historic Boston\, Philadelphia\, and New York and learning about the diverse individuals who shaped America’s founding. The Charlotte Museum of History is the only venue in the Carolinas to host the exhibition\, which will travel nationwide through 2031 as part of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. \nThe exhibition is especially meaningful at the museum’s historic site\, home to the 1774 Alexander Rock House and its original owner\, Hezekiah Alexander\, a Revolutionary statesman and framer of North Carolina’s first Constitution and Bill of Rights. Recently designated a site of statewide historic significance—one of only ten properties in North Carolina to hold this rare distinction—the Rock House underscores the region’s deep Revolutionary roots. In addition to the national exhibition\, the museum will feature a dedicated gallery on the Revolution in the Carolinas\, highlighting stories such as Captain Jack’s ride to Philadelphia and pivotal victories at King’s Mountain and Cowpens. Tickets are available now at charlottemuseum.org/america250.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/american-revolution-the-augmented-exhibition/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/America250-Img-B.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260219T221422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T221422Z
UID:10000795-1776337200-1776358800@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:American Revolution\, the Augmented Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are on sale now for the Charlotte Museum of History’s most ambitious exhibition ever\, American Revolution\, the Augmented Exhibition\, opening April 14\, 2026. Developed by Histovery in partnership with the Museum of the American Revolution\, this national exhibition uses cutting-edge augmented reality and interactive 3D recreations to immerse visitors in the defining moments of 1763–1789. Using Histovery’s patented HistoPad tablet\, guests can explore events such as the Boston Tea Party\, the Constitutional Convention\, and the Battle of Yorktown\, while visiting historic Boston\, Philadelphia\, and New York and learning about the diverse individuals who shaped America’s founding. The Charlotte Museum of History is the only venue in the Carolinas to host the exhibition\, which will travel nationwide through 2031 as part of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. \nThe exhibition is especially meaningful at the museum’s historic site\, home to the 1774 Alexander Rock House and its original owner\, Hezekiah Alexander\, a Revolutionary statesman and framer of North Carolina’s first Constitution and Bill of Rights. Recently designated a site of statewide historic significance—one of only ten properties in North Carolina to hold this rare distinction—the Rock House underscores the region’s deep Revolutionary roots. In addition to the national exhibition\, the museum will feature a dedicated gallery on the Revolution in the Carolinas\, highlighting stories such as Captain Jack’s ride to Philadelphia and pivotal victories at King’s Mountain and Cowpens. Tickets are available now at charlottemuseum.org/america250.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/american-revolution-the-augmented-exhibition/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/America250-Img-B.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20251031T183515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T185324Z
UID:10000245-1776337200-1776344400@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Olde Meck Writers Group
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow family historians who enjoy turning research into stories! The group who meet every Thursday from 11:00 – 1:00 EST and shares tips\, feedback\, and inspiration for writing family histories\, articles\, and memoirs. \nReach out to Tommy Beatty at mailto:tommygbeatty@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/olde-meck-writers-group/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/256px-Fountain_pen_on_a_journal_Unsplash.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260219T221422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T221422Z
UID:10000794-1776250800-1776272400@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:American Revolution\, the Augmented Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are on sale now for the Charlotte Museum of History’s most ambitious exhibition ever\, American Revolution\, the Augmented Exhibition\, opening April 14\, 2026. Developed by Histovery in partnership with the Museum of the American Revolution\, this national exhibition uses cutting-edge augmented reality and interactive 3D recreations to immerse visitors in the defining moments of 1763–1789. Using Histovery’s patented HistoPad tablet\, guests can explore events such as the Boston Tea Party\, the Constitutional Convention\, and the Battle of Yorktown\, while visiting historic Boston\, Philadelphia\, and New York and learning about the diverse individuals who shaped America’s founding. The Charlotte Museum of History is the only venue in the Carolinas to host the exhibition\, which will travel nationwide through 2031 as part of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. \nThe exhibition is especially meaningful at the museum’s historic site\, home to the 1774 Alexander Rock House and its original owner\, Hezekiah Alexander\, a Revolutionary statesman and framer of North Carolina’s first Constitution and Bill of Rights. Recently designated a site of statewide historic significance—one of only ten properties in North Carolina to hold this rare distinction—the Rock House underscores the region’s deep Revolutionary roots. In addition to the national exhibition\, the museum will feature a dedicated gallery on the Revolution in the Carolinas\, highlighting stories such as Captain Jack’s ride to Philadelphia and pivotal victories at King’s Mountain and Cowpens. Tickets are available now at charlottemuseum.org/america250.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/american-revolution-the-augmented-exhibition/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/America250-Img-B.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260219T221422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T221422Z
UID:10000793-1776164400-1776186000@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:American Revolution\, the Augmented Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are on sale now for the Charlotte Museum of History’s most ambitious exhibition ever\, American Revolution\, the Augmented Exhibition\, opening April 14\, 2026. Developed by Histovery in partnership with the Museum of the American Revolution\, this national exhibition uses cutting-edge augmented reality and interactive 3D recreations to immerse visitors in the defining moments of 1763–1789. Using Histovery’s patented HistoPad tablet\, guests can explore events such as the Boston Tea Party\, the Constitutional Convention\, and the Battle of Yorktown\, while visiting historic Boston\, Philadelphia\, and New York and learning about the diverse individuals who shaped America’s founding. The Charlotte Museum of History is the only venue in the Carolinas to host the exhibition\, which will travel nationwide through 2031 as part of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. \nThe exhibition is especially meaningful at the museum’s historic site\, home to the 1774 Alexander Rock House and its original owner\, Hezekiah Alexander\, a Revolutionary statesman and framer of North Carolina’s first Constitution and Bill of Rights. Recently designated a site of statewide historic significance—one of only ten properties in North Carolina to hold this rare distinction—the Rock House underscores the region’s deep Revolutionary roots. In addition to the national exhibition\, the museum will feature a dedicated gallery on the Revolution in the Carolinas\, highlighting stories such as Captain Jack’s ride to Philadelphia and pivotal victories at King’s Mountain and Cowpens. Tickets are available now at charlottemuseum.org/america250.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/american-revolution-the-augmented-exhibition/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/America250-Img-B.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20251031T184525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T184525Z
UID:10000503-1776160800-1776175200@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Olde Meck Family Research Center Open
DESCRIPTION:Olde Meck established the Sutcliffe-Ferguson Family Research Center (FRC) to provide access to books\, ancestor charts\, maps\, special collections\, online resources\, and other sources valuable for researching family histories. The FRC has many unique collections that are unpublished and unavailable elsewhere. Volunteers are available to assist members and guests. Access to desktop computers\, online genealogy resources\, and Wi-Fi service is provided.\n\n\n\nThe FRC is open Tuesdays from 10am-2pm. Anyone wanting to do research should contact us first to schedule an appointment and to make sure we have an FRC staff member available to help you. Email info@oldemeck.org to schedule an appointment.\n\n\n\n\nCheck in with a museum employee who will direct you upstairs to our location.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/olde-meck-family-research-center-open/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/FRC_Pic_reduce_Q-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260404T131714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T131714Z
UID:10001201-1775905200-1775919600@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Books\, Bargains & Our Next Chapter: Olde Meck Moving Sale
DESCRIPTION:One day only! Fill a tote for $20 with books & research finds—help support Olde Meck’s big move! \n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to score great finds while supporting local history! \nJoin the Mecklenburg Genealogical Society for a special one-day-only moving sale as we prepare for the next chapter of the Sutcliffe-Ferguson Family Research Center. \n🗓 Saturday\, April 11\n🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n📍 Location:\nSutcliffe-Ferguson Family Research Center \nat Charlotte Museum of History\n3500 Shamrock Dr.\n2nd Floor\nCharlotte\, NC 28215 \nBring your own tote bag—or grab a gently used one from us—and fill it up for just $20! \nBrowse a wide selection of books and research materials we can’t take to our next home. Whether you’re a genealogist\, history enthusiast\, or just love a good bargain\, there’s something waiting to be discovered. \n✨ Why attend? \n\nIncredible value—fill a tote for $20\nUnique and hard-to-find materials\nSupport a local nonprofit preserving family and regional history\nBe part of Olde Meck’s exciting next chapter\n\nAll proceeds directly support the relocation of our Family Research Center. \nCome early for the best selection—once it’s gone\, it’s gone!
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/books-bargains-our-next-chapter-olde-meck-moving-sale/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/Moving-boxes-and-antique-treasures.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260408T171327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T171327Z
UID:10001202-1775901600-1775916000@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Thrift & Vintage Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:This event will take place in the covered pavilion at Historic Rosedale on April 11th from 10 AM–2 PM. This outdoor community event offers a historic backdrop that creates the perfect atmosphere for connecting fellow thrifters\, vintage enthusiasts\, and sustainability-minded shoppers. Vendors will have tables packed with thrifted and antique items—come browse and help support small businesses. Admission is free and open to the public. \nMore than just a market\, this pop-up celebrates sustainability and encourages more intentional purchasing within our community. Visitors help promote the reuse of goods\, reduce waste\, and highlight the value of giving items a second life—all on the grounds of Historic Rosedale\, a sprawling urban greenspace.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/thrift-vintage-pop-up/
LOCATION:Historic Rosedale\, 3427 N. Tryon St\, Charlotte\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/Copy-of-Thrift-and-Vintage-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20251031T183515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T185324Z
UID:10000244-1775732400-1775739600@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Olde Meck Writers Group
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow family historians who enjoy turning research into stories! The group who meet every Thursday from 11:00 – 1:00 EST and shares tips\, feedback\, and inspiration for writing family histories\, articles\, and memoirs. \nReach out to Tommy Beatty at mailto:tommygbeatty@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/olde-meck-writers-group/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/256px-Fountain_pen_on_a_journal_Unsplash.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260404T131523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T131838Z
UID:10000167-1775674800-1775680200@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Breaking Through Brick Walls with Denyse Allen (Olde Meck April Meeting)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 8 for a practical and engaging program with Denyse Allen\, founder of Chronicle Makers\, where she helps family historians turn decades of research into published stories their families will actually read. \nDenyse’s presentation\, “Breaking Through Brick Walls: AI-Powered Research Strategies That Actually Work\,” will focus on how AI can help genealogists take a fresh look at stubborn research problems. Stuck ancestors are not always truly stuck — sometimes they simply require new strategies and a different way of analyzing the evidence already in hand. \nIn this engaging session\, Denyse will demonstrate how AI can help researchers: \n\nanalyze evidence they already have\nidentify gaps in their research\ngenerate new search strategies\nconnect records they may have overlooked
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/mecklenburg-genealogical-society-monthly-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/pexels-timmossholder-3105407-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20251031T184525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T184525Z
UID:10000502-1775556000-1775570400@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Olde Meck Family Research Center Open
DESCRIPTION:Olde Meck established the Sutcliffe-Ferguson Family Research Center (FRC) to provide access to books\, ancestor charts\, maps\, special collections\, online resources\, and other sources valuable for researching family histories. The FRC has many unique collections that are unpublished and unavailable elsewhere. Volunteers are available to assist members and guests. Access to desktop computers\, online genealogy resources\, and Wi-Fi service is provided.\n\n\n\nThe FRC is open Tuesdays from 10am-2pm. Anyone wanting to do research should contact us first to schedule an appointment and to make sure we have an FRC staff member available to help you. Email info@oldemeck.org to schedule an appointment.\n\n\n\n\nCheck in with a museum employee who will direct you upstairs to our location.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/olde-meck-family-research-center-open/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/FRC_Pic_reduce_Q-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260307T174324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T174324Z
UID:10001058-1775314800-1775318400@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Death and Dying Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the place of death in everyday life for families like the Polks\, common diseases and associated remedies\, burial rites and rituals for Scots Irish settlers and enslaved African Americans.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/death-and-dying-tour/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:The President James K. Polk State Historic Site\, 12031 Lancaster Hwy\, Pineville\, NC\, 28134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T133000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20250806T105632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T105632Z
UID:10000070-1775129400-1775136600@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:SAR Monthly Social Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy food\, fun\, and fellowship with your fellow compatriots!\nSpouses and Guests welcome!\nThis is a self-paid event.  Brewers accepts cash\, credit\, and debit.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/sar-monthly-social-luncheon/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Brewers At 4001 Yancey\, 4001-A Yancey Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20251031T183515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T185324Z
UID:10000243-1775127600-1775134800@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Olde Meck Writers Group
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow family historians who enjoy turning research into stories! The group who meet every Thursday from 11:00 – 1:00 EST and shares tips\, feedback\, and inspiration for writing family histories\, articles\, and memoirs. \nReach out to Tommy Beatty at mailto:tommygbeatty@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/olde-meck-writers-group/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/256px-Fountain_pen_on_a_journal_Unsplash.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20251031T184525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T184525Z
UID:10000501-1774951200-1774965600@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Olde Meck Family Research Center Open
DESCRIPTION:Olde Meck established the Sutcliffe-Ferguson Family Research Center (FRC) to provide access to books\, ancestor charts\, maps\, special collections\, online resources\, and other sources valuable for researching family histories. The FRC has many unique collections that are unpublished and unavailable elsewhere. Volunteers are available to assist members and guests. Access to desktop computers\, online genealogy resources\, and Wi-Fi service is provided.\n\n\n\nThe FRC is open Tuesdays from 10am-2pm. Anyone wanting to do research should contact us first to schedule an appointment and to make sure we have an FRC staff member available to help you. Email info@oldemeck.org to schedule an appointment.\n\n\n\n\nCheck in with a museum employee who will direct you upstairs to our location.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/olde-meck-family-research-center-open/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/FRC_Pic_reduce_Q-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260307T174324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T174324Z
UID:10001057-1774710000-1774713600@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Death and Dying Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the place of death in everyday life for families like the Polks\, common diseases and associated remedies\, burial rites and rituals for Scots Irish settlers and enslaved African Americans.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/death-and-dying-tour/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:The President James K. Polk State Historic Site\, 12031 Lancaster Hwy\, Pineville\, NC\, 28134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260307T170601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T170601Z
UID:10001055-1774692000-1774706400@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Historical Hearth Cooks Present: Eggs and Greens
DESCRIPTION:Join the Historical Hearth Cooks as they demonstrate the practice of cooking in the 1800’s backcountry. Simple meals were an important part of survival and families relied heavily on what was available to them. We will be cooking Asparagus\, making macaroni and cheese\, onion pie and eggs. \nUnfortunately tasting is not allowed however the smells are always free!
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/historical-hearth-cooks-present-eggs-and-greens/
LOCATION:President James K. Polk State Historic Site\, 12031 Lancaster Highway\, Pineville\, 28134\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260219T214812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T214812Z
UID:10000790-1774692000-1774695600@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Past & Play: Sounds of the Past
DESCRIPTION:In this Past & Play program\, little learners and their caregivers will explore the sounds that filled everyday life 250 years ago. Through hands-on activities\, children will listen to nature sounds\, try simple musical instruments\, and hear farm animal sounds that would have been familiar in the past. This play-based program encourages listening\, movement\, and curiosity in a relaxed\, welcoming environment. \nActivities include: \n\n\nNature Sounds Station – Listen to and explore sounds from the natural environment. \n\n\nInstruments of the Past – Make music with drums\, shakers\, bells\, and more. \n\n\nSounds on the Farm – Match the farm animal to its sound. \n\n\nMake Your Own Shaker – Making your own shaker instrument to take home!
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/past-play-sounds-of-the-past/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/Website-summary-980-x-540-px-2_2026-01-12-021108_lgcf.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260219T214439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T214439Z
UID:10000789-1774548000-1774558800@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Explore CMH: Venue Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Explore CMH: Venue Open House\, an opportunity to experience the Charlotte Museum of History’s event spaces in person. Guests are invited to tour our indoor venues and our outdoor event space\, explore a variety of layout possibilities\, and imagine how the space can be transformed for weddings\, celebrations\, corporate gatherings\, and nonprofit events. \nThis open house is open to the public and especially welcoming to event planners\, caterers\, DJs\, and event professionals who regularly recommend venues to clients. CMH event staff will be available throughout the evening to answer questions\, share rental information\, and discuss how our spaces can support a wide range of events. \nWhether you are planning an upcoming event or simply exploring venue options for future clients\, we invite you to stop by\, explore the space\, and see what makes the Charlotte Museum of History a unique setting for memorable events.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/explore-cmh-venue-open-house/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/Website-summary-980-x-540-px-7.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20251031T183515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T185324Z
UID:10000242-1774522800-1774530000@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Olde Meck Writers Group
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow family historians who enjoy turning research into stories! The group who meet every Thursday from 11:00 – 1:00 EST and shares tips\, feedback\, and inspiration for writing family histories\, articles\, and memoirs. \nReach out to Tommy Beatty at mailto:tommygbeatty@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/olde-meck-writers-group/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/256px-Fountain_pen_on_a_journal_Unsplash.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20251031T184525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T184525Z
UID:10000500-1774346400-1774360800@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Olde Meck Family Research Center Open
DESCRIPTION:Olde Meck established the Sutcliffe-Ferguson Family Research Center (FRC) to provide access to books\, ancestor charts\, maps\, special collections\, online resources\, and other sources valuable for researching family histories. The FRC has many unique collections that are unpublished and unavailable elsewhere. Volunteers are available to assist members and guests. Access to desktop computers\, online genealogy resources\, and Wi-Fi service is provided.\n\n\n\nThe FRC is open Tuesdays from 10am-2pm. Anyone wanting to do research should contact us first to schedule an appointment and to make sure we have an FRC staff member available to help you. Email info@oldemeck.org to schedule an appointment.\n\n\n\n\nCheck in with a museum employee who will direct you upstairs to our location.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/olde-meck-family-research-center-open/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/FRC_Pic_reduce_Q-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260308T233953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T233953Z
UID:10001196-1774087200-1774108800@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Remember the Ladies: A Living History Experience
DESCRIPTION:Remember the Ladies: A Living History Experience\nSaturday\, March 21 • 10 AM–4 PM • Museum of the Waxhaws \nJoin us for a powerful day dedicated to the women who shaped our nation across the centuries. Through immersive living-history demonstrations\, presentations\, and exhibits\, you’ll meet the trailblazers\, the unsung heroes\, and the women whose courage changed the course of history. \n 
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/remember-the-ladies-a-living-history-experience/
LOCATION:8215 Waxhaw Highway\, Waxhaw\, NC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/IMG_6449.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of the Waxhaws":MAILTO:museumofthewaxhaws0@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20251031T183515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T185324Z
UID:10000241-1773918000-1773925200@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Olde Meck Writers Group
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow family historians who enjoy turning research into stories! The group who meet every Thursday from 11:00 – 1:00 EST and shares tips\, feedback\, and inspiration for writing family histories\, articles\, and memoirs. \nReach out to Tommy Beatty at mailto:tommygbeatty@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/olde-meck-writers-group/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/256px-Fountain_pen_on_a_journal_Unsplash.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20251031T184525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T184525Z
UID:10000499-1773741600-1773756000@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Olde Meck Family Research Center Open
DESCRIPTION:Olde Meck established the Sutcliffe-Ferguson Family Research Center (FRC) to provide access to books\, ancestor charts\, maps\, special collections\, online resources\, and other sources valuable for researching family histories. The FRC has many unique collections that are unpublished and unavailable elsewhere. Volunteers are available to assist members and guests. Access to desktop computers\, online genealogy resources\, and Wi-Fi service is provided.\n\n\n\nThe FRC is open Tuesdays from 10am-2pm. Anyone wanting to do research should contact us first to schedule an appointment and to make sure we have an FRC staff member available to help you. Email info@oldemeck.org to schedule an appointment.\n\n\n\n\nCheck in with a museum employee who will direct you upstairs to our location.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/olde-meck-family-research-center-open/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/FRC_Pic_reduce_Q-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260203T224119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T224119Z
UID:10000769-1773642600-1773691200@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:MHS Evening Program
DESCRIPTION:March 16\, 2026: Tom Phlegar – Revolutionary Campaigns of Charlotte and the Carolinas \nDate:  March 16\, 2026\nLocation:  Trinity Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall\n3115 Providence Road\, Charlotte\nDessert/Beverages: 6:30PM- 7:00PM\nSpeaker: 7:00PM to 8:00PM
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/mhs-evening-program-5/
LOCATION:Trinity Presbyterian Church\, 3115 Providence Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28211\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260219T214127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T214127Z
UID:10000788-1773486000-1773500400@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Live Cooking Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Included with admission general admission to the Charlotte Museum of History\, enjoy live cooking demonstrations in the Historic Log Kitchen on March 14. Experience the sights and smells of 18th-century cooking – demonstrations are for viewing only and do not include food tastings.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/live-cooking-demonstration-2/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/cooking-Lisa.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260109T210543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T210543Z
UID:10000758-1773484200-1773491400@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Deadly Gold Rush: Stories from Charlotte's 1830s Gold Rush and a Modern Day Mystery
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday morning to hear from the author of the new history mystery: Deadly Gold Rush: An Indie Retirement Mystery. Landis Wade will discuss the real stories behind the book\, discuss his writing process\, and offer a chance to dig into the history of gold mining in the Queen City. After the talk\, join us on a guided tour of the 1774 Rock House – Charlotte oldest building – and see a cooking demonstration on an original kitchen hearth led by Janet Wade. \nSigned copies of books will be available for purchase at the event. \nMore information about the book: \nWhen a shady real estate developer is found murdered beneath Harriet Keaton’s family home—shot\, stabbed\, and surrounded by rare 1830s gold coins—her estranged twin brother Joey is the prime suspect. He insists he’s innocent…but won’t name the real culprit. With Joey refusing to talk and millions missing from the retirement accounts\, the future of the Independence Retirement Community is suddenly on the line. Now\, whipsmart Harriet and her sleuthing partners—Craig Travail (savvy lawyer\, reluctant romantic) and Yeager Alexander (conspiracy theorist\, resident rabble-rouser)—must dig into the past to solve the crime. Their best lead? A decades-old memoir from Harriet’s treasure-obsessed father and whispers of a long-lost gold hoard. But treasure has a way of attracting trouble. As fortunes vanish and suspects multiply\, the trio must untangle two decades of betrayal—before the killer strikes again.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/deadly-gold-rush-stories-from-charlottes-1830s-gold-rush-and-a-modern-day-mystery/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/Book-Talk-Template-2_2026-01-09-181211_wydi.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20251031T183515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T185324Z
UID:10000240-1773313200-1773320400@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Olde Meck Writers Group
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow family historians who enjoy turning research into stories! The group who meet every Thursday from 11:00 – 1:00 EST and shares tips\, feedback\, and inspiration for writing family histories\, articles\, and memoirs. \nReach out to Tommy Beatty at mailto:tommygbeatty@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/olde-meck-writers-group/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/256px-Fountain_pen_on_a_journal_Unsplash.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260307T195910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T200119Z
UID:10000166-1773257400-1773262800@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Sleeping with the Ancestors (Olde Meck Monthly Meeting)
DESCRIPTION:Joe McGill is the author of Sleeping with the Ancestors\, an account of The Slave Dwelling Project and his experiences sleeping in old\, still extan slave quarters. He will describe how this project gave him a deeper understanding of the lives of the enslaved. \nWe are currently meeting via the ZOOM web conference platform on the second Wednesday of each month. Visitors are welcome to join as early as 7:00 PM (Eastern) for some informal social time. A brief business meeting begins at 7:30 pm\, followed by the presentation for the evening. Meetings feature speakers and programs related to family history and genealogy research. The meetings generally are one hour long and most have an open Q&A session for the speaker afterwards.
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/mecklenburg-genealogical-society-monthly-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/9780306829666-scaled.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Mecklenburg Genealogical Society":MAILTO:info@oldemeck.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071910
CREATED:20260216T143345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T140153Z
UID:10000784-1772983800-1772989200@www.meckaffiliates.org
SUMMARY:Davidson Bach Festival – “Chase Loomer In Concert”
DESCRIPTION:Organ at Davidson presents an organ recital by Chase Loomer. Free concert. Donations to Organ at Davidson are appreciated. More info at: https://www.ncbaroqueorchestra.org \n 
URL:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/event/davidson-bach-festival-chase-loomer-in-concert/
LOCATION:Davidson College Presbyterian Church\, 100 N. Main St.\, Davidson\, NC\, 28036\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.meckaffiliates.org/wp-content/uploads/6D1DC92C-BD2F-42E4-9223-3D58D35F1A84-3.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Baroque Orchestra":MAILTO:mjshaul91@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR