Mecklenburg Historical Association [NC]

Description

The Mecklenburg Historic Association preserves the history of the first county of the United States. Mecklenburg County declared its independence from Great Britain with a Declaration of Independence in May 1775, over a year before the Continental Congress took a similar action.

The association offers quarterly presentations on Mecklenburg history, periodic walking tours of local historic structures, and the docent program which offers re-enactments and guided tours or nearby historic sites. The website offers historical information regarding Mecklenburg County, as well as information regarding programs offered by the association.

Harlow House Museum [OR]

Description

The Harlow House was built in 1900 by Captain John Harlow, Troutdale's founder. Today, the house is owned and operated by the Troutdale Historical Society, and serves as a historic house museum. Visitors can visit three of the four upstairs bedrooms as well as the entire main floor of the house. The home is furnished with household goods from the home's residents as well as many items donated by Troutdale area residents.

The house offers exhibits and guided tours. The website offers a history of the home as well as visitor information.

Connecticut Valley Historical Museum

Description

The Connecticut Valley Historical Museum presents the history and traditions of Springfield, Connecticut and the Connecticut Valley through locally made objects. These objects include furniture, silver goods, motorcycles, antique automobiles, industrial artifacts, and historical firearms. The museum also celebrates famous people from the region, with Theodor "Dr. Seuss" Geisel perhaps being most widely known. The library includes a collection of French Canadian church records.

The museum offers exhibits and a genealogy and local history library.

Dorsey Mansion [NM]

Description

Completed in 1880, the Dorsey Mansion is the Victorian mansion of Stephen W. Dorsey (1842-1916), Arkansas Senator turned New Mexico cattle baron. The mansion played a major role in numerous property disputes. After attempting to convert the home into a tubercular sanatorium, Dorsey simply left the state.

Tours are currently closed.

Wyandotte County Historical Museum [KS]

Description

The Wyandotte County Historical Museum is dedicated to preserving the historical heritage of Wyandot County, Kansas, through the collection and display of photographs, documents, and other historical artifacts. The museum hosts a a variety of exhibits throughout the year.

The museum offers exhibits and tours, along with occasional special events including community gatherings and presentations. The website offers visitor information and a listing of upcoming events.

John Burroughs Memorial State Historic Site [NY]

Description

The John Burroughs Memorial State Historic Site is located at the final resting place of famed nature writer John Burroughs. Burroughs was buried at a site overlooking a quiet field with majestic views of the Catskill Mountains.

The historic site offers hiking, interpretive signs, and self guided tours. The website offers a brief history of the site and visitor information.

Meadowcroft Museum of Rural Life [PA]

Description

Meadowcroft is the oldest site of human habitation in North America. The Museum of Rural Life is composed of three distinct attractions, the Meadowcroft Rockshelter, Meadowcroft Village, and the Prehistoric Indian Village. The Rockshelter is both an active archaeological site and museum, while the Village and Prehistoric Indian Village both are living history exhibits that give visitors a glimpse into rural life during the 19th century and the lives of the Eastern Woodland Indians during the 17th century respectively.

Meadowcroft offers guided tours, interpretive events, workshops, four field trip programs, and special events. The website offers information regarding upcoming events, visitor information, and a brief history of the site.

Sandy Spring Museum [MD]

Description

The Sandy Spring Museum was established in 1980 in order to help preserve the history of the Sandy Spring area, which was rapidly transitioning from a rural farming community into a popular community for commuting professionals.

The museum offers exhibits on local history, a summer camp for children, field trip programs, interactive workshops on activities such as basket weaving and carding wool, and special events. The website offers an events calendar, visitor information, historical information regarding Sandy Spring, and information regarding all programs offered by the museum.

The John G. Riley Foundation, Inc. [FL]

Description

The John G. Riley Foundation works towards the preservation of the John Riley House and of the cultural and educational history of African Americans in Tallahassee, Florida. The foundation operates the Riley House Museum, which is a typical historic house museum. The Museum is also home to the foundation's extensive library.

The foundation offers exhibits in the Riley House Museum, an oral history program, a historic archive, educational programs, and workshops. The website offers visitor information, a brief history of the home, information regarding upcoming events, and a brief biography of John Riley.