High Point Museum

Hello Everyone! 🌟 We’re thrilled to announce that will be hosting the amazing NEXT SATURDAY at 1 PM at ! 🎉 Join us for an engaging conversation about her book, "A Founding Mother: A Novel of Abigail Adams," which will be moderated by the wonderful , the creator of !

Check out this video from the authors, Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/18jLR8bFXb/

A big shoutout to for handling book sales for our event! We can’t wait to see you all there! 📚❤️

On this day in 1921, the Southern Furniture Exposition Building (SFEB) opened its doors in downtown High Point. The building has undergone numerous expansions over the years, including added stories and wings, reflecting the evolution of the Market itself!

Discover more about the SFEB and explore many other Market showrooms at our current exhibition, "High Point Welcomes the World," which will be open through October this year.

Image 1: Southern Furniture Exposition Building, c. 1925
Image 2: SFEB expansion, 1954
Image 3: Expansion over Wrenn Street, 1959

High Point Market

As we celebrate Juneteenth during America's 250th anniversary, let’s reflect on how far our nation has come and continues to grow. Today, we honor some foundational documents that followed our initial independence, symbolizing the ongoing fight for liberty and freedom.

Don't Forget! The Museum will be closed this Friday, June 19, for the Juneteenth Holiday! We look forward to seeing you on Saturday for "Law & Order in the Historical Park."

One of the most stylish older buildings in downtown High Point is the U.S. Post Office and Federal Building on the corner of East Green Drive and South Main Street. When it was dedicated in 1933, High Point rolled out the red carpet, welcoming dignitaries and the public inside an architectural landmark. Since this Post Office closed over 50 years ago and is now a furniture showroom, many locals have never seen the inside, and it is difficult as you drive by to notice the intricate details of the exterior.

In this week's History Hindsights blog post, Marian Inabinett explores the fascinating history of this High Point landmark and shares some interesting photos of the building's interior!

Read the blog now at this link: https://www.highpointnc.gov/Blog.aspx?CID=1

The Museum will be closed this Friday, but we can't wait to see you on Saturday for Law & Order and our Blacksmith Demonstration!
Blacksmith Demonstration in the Historical Park
Come watch our costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. All ages welcome to this free, drop-in event.
Law and Order in the Historical Park
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.

It's National Garden Week, and today we're admiring our beautiful Historical Park Garden! 😍 Join us this Saturday to explore the garden and discover how pottery was used in Early America. Don't miss out on this enriching experience!

Email the Museum to Register Today!

The High Point University Historical Gaming Society is excited to present a FREE special wargaming event on Saturday, October 24, at the High Point Museum. Join us for an engaging experience where you can:
• Take command of hundreds of 3D-printed, hand-painted 15mm-scale miniatures on detailed gaming tables
• Play several featured battles (such as Guilford Courthouse), each designed to be completed in just a couple of hours
• Enjoy a rules-light system with dice-based combat resolution, making it easy to learn and quick to play.
• Discuss specific, important moments in the fight for America’s creation

The HPU Historical Gaming Society is an informal, on-campus gaming group created by the High Point University History Department to engage students outside the classroom. HPU professors and students will be on hand to host and referee each battle.
Whether you are a seasoned wargamer or completely new to the hobby, we invite you to join us for a day of history and fun.

Registration: Space is limited, so pre-registration is necessary. This event is free, and no registration is required to watch the battles.
Email the museum at [email protected] or dm us to register today!
High Point University Department of History

Congratulations to all the GCS high schoolers who are graduating this week!
Image 1: William Penn High School graduating class of 1939
Image 2: High Point High School graduation ceremony, 1949

This week marks a significant milestone as Marsh Cabinets in High Point celebrates its 120th anniversary! Join us in honoring Marsh's resilience and transformation within the furniture and design industry!

Image 1: J. Everett Marsh, co-founder & president of Marsh Furniture
Image 2: Marsh Furniture Company kitchen cabinet being shown at the Southern Furniture Market, July 1949

Marsh Furniture Company