Free. Thursday, November 14, 4pm, at Columbus Library. Naturalist, outdoor writer and historian Dennis Chastain will present the finding from his 30 years of research of the history and culture of the Cherokee people. The Cherokee people have lived in this area for thousands of years and are the aboriginal inhabitants and keepers of a […]
Free. Night at the Museum on Thursday, November 21 at Polk County Historical Museum, 60 Walker St., Columbus. During the night, characters from Columbus' past will walk around the facility in period clothing. Reenactors portray figures Bettie Simms, Columbus Mills, Helen Stearns, and Mary Hughes. More guests from the past may show up as a […]
Thursday, December 5, 1pm and Saturday, December 7, 10am will be the first ever tour dedicated to exploring significant historical African American sites throughout Polk County. This hour long guided tour will provide participants with an enriching opportunity to visit key landmarks that celebrate the enduring contributions of African Americans to the history and culture […]
Free. Thursday, December 5, 4pm. Tales of Tryon presents: Hidden History of Dark Corner with author Drew Hines. The Dark Corner, once a Cherokee homeland, later gained notoriety for its moonshine, murder and mayhem. Come hear Drew Hines explore the enduring spirit of this region throughout its tumultuous history. Doors open at 4pm for refreshments […]
Distinguished Speaker Series at Lanier Library, Tryon, NC. ♦ Tim Boyce "Polar Exploration" on Thursday, December 12 at 1pm. When Timothy Boyce was researching and editing Norwegian Odd Nansen’s holocaust diary, “From Day to Day,” he learned that Nansen’s father, Fridtjof, was considered the godfather of modern polar explorers. In 1888, at age 26, Fridtjof […]
Tryon History Museum presents the original Sherlock Holmes film starring Tryon's long-ago resident, William Gillette. Free admission, reserve your ticket on the Tryon Theatre website. Social Time: 4:30-6:30pm at The Tryon Bottle. Stop by before the movie and enjoy an adult social hour with an adult beverage. Free Movie: 7pm at The Tryon Theatre. Watch […]
History writer and impersonator Kathryn Smith will tell the inside story of working for Franklin Delano Roosevelt as she impersonates FDR’s private secretary, Marguerite “Missy” LeHand, at the next Live at Lanier event. The event will take place on January 15 starting at 1 p.m. at Lanier Library located at 72 Chestnut St. in Tryon.♦ […]
Please note that the tour will now take place on March 20, 2025. The 2 1/2 hour tour will begin and conclude at 131 Wheat Creek, Rutherfordton, NC. Please remember to park directly in front of the church in the designated parking spaces. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach […]
Free. Friday, April 4, 6-8pm. Saluda Historic Depot will hold a grand re-opening celebration. Enjoy the third annual Night at the Museum featuring historical characters who will re-enact the history of the railroad, the Saluda Grade and the history of the town of Saluda. Enjoy an evening of music by local musicians, Mercury Rising, food, […]
An Evening on the Titanic Dinner, Thursday, April 10, starting at 6:30pm (guests are welcome to arrive early for light refreshments.) Tickets are $100 per person and should be purchased in advance by calling the Orchard Inn at 828-382-8397. Commemorate the historic voyage of the Titanic which sank on April 14, 1912. A professional actor, […]