Got May 20th plans yet? Head to the corner of Trade & Tryon in Uptown at noon on Tuesday for the official commemoration of the Meck Dec's 250th anniversary. Then come see our newest exhibit, Meck Dec 250. Exhibit and 2 pm historic tour included in general admission. #clt
Sneak peek of an amazing item from our "Meck Dec 250" exhibit, opening May 20. This is the first standalone printing of the Meck Dec, from 1826. Only 6 other copies are known to exist. Thanks, @CLTAtkins, for loaning this important artifact. @themecdec #clt #clthistory #mecdec
Discover History Together! 📚
Field trips at CMH offer students:
🔍 Interactive learning experiences
🏛️ Guided tours
🎯 Hands-on activities
📖 Curriculum connections
Now booking for 2025! Contact us to plan your class visit. buff.ly/4hIKmFo
🎨 Path of Portraits Opening Night!
Don't miss this special Wednesday edition of Thursday Night at the Museum!
Free event, sponsored by Culture Blocks— a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County.
RSVP now to let us know you're joining! buff.ly/3YO1fWl
🌟 Last Call for Charlotte Gem Nominations! 🌟
Only 48 hours left to nominate your local history hero! Who's making Charlotte a better place through preservation, advocacy, and community support?
Deadline: November 15th Nominate now: buff.ly/40rnSm5
Make History With Us! ✨
Looking for a meaningful way to connect with Charlotte's history? Become a CMH volunteer!
Current opportunities:
🏛️ Tour guides
📚 Research assistants
📋 Event support
🎨 Exhibit docents
Join our volunteer family: buff.ly/4hzH5bq
¡Buenos días! Join us today at 11 AM with @crisscrossmangosauce!
Bring the whole family for an hour of bilingual fun as we celebrate Latin American culture through music, dance, and stories. Perfect for ages 2-9!
Walk-ins welcome!
💎 Know a preservation project making a difference? Nominations for our preservation awards are open now!
Nominate Now: buff.ly/4hBgrz0
Image: Bungalow Unboxed in historic Dilworth, a winner of a 2024 Charlotte Gem Preservation Award, photo credit to Sterling E Stevens
🗓️ Thursday, Nov 7 ⏰ 7:00 - 8:30 PM 📍 Charlotte Museum of History
Free admission, thanks to @asccharlotte!
Thursday Night at the Museum is free to all and sponsored by Culture Blocks— a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County.
#CharlotteHistory #IndigenousVoices
🌟 Who's Your Charlotte Gem? 🌟
Nominate someone who enriches our community through:
✨ Historic Preservation
✨ Community Advocacy
✨ Local Heritage Support
Nominations close November 15th - don't wait!
Submit your nomination: buff.ly/40rnSm5
It's Trivia Night! 💭 Join us at 6 PM to test your Charlotte history knowledge. #ThursdayNightAtTheMuseum Grab a drink from our cash bar to fuel your competitive spirit! This event is free to all and sponsored by Culture Blocks—a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County
Opera in Charlotte: A thread🧵
- Charlotte's first recorded opera performance was in 1872
- The city has hosted world-renowned singers and productions
- Local companies have nurtured homegrown talent for decades
Learn more at our World Opera Day celebration this Friday!
This week at CMH: Test your knowledge at Charlotte History Trivia, celebrate World Opera Day, and prepare for our volunteer event. 💭🎵🪦
🏠✨ Who's ready to get MAD... About Modern? 🕰️🎨
Our Mad About Modern Home Tour is just around the corner, and we can't contain our excitement!
🙋♀️ Who's coming to MAM this year?
Purchase your tickets day of or get them now 🎟️: buff.ly/3YiCvqc
Volunteer Call: Join us on October 26th for our Sugaw Creek Presbyterian Cemetery Headstone Cleaning event. Help preserve local history! Sign up: buff.ly/3Yk49mO #CommunityService #HistoricPreservation
And a special thank you to @sugawcreekpc and @mecklenburgdar
Get ready to celebrate the Rock House's upcoming birthday! Join us this Saturday to honor 250 years of Charlotte history. Cake, activities, and fascinating tours await! #RockHouse250 #CharlotteHistory
This week at CMH: Explore local heritage preservation, celebrate the Rock House's birthday, and get ready for our Mad About Modern Home Tour! #MuseumMonday
Weekend recap! Thanks to everyone who joined us for Historic Games, Mad About Modern Kickoff, and Bilingual Storytime. What was your favorite moment? #CharlotteEvents
Our rescheduled Mad About Modern Home Tour is just days away - Saturday, October 19th!
🕰️ 10 AM - 4 PM
🎟️ Tickets still available! buff.ly/3YiCvqc 🚨
The wait is over! Join us tonight for the Mad About Modern Kickoff Celebration at Petit Philippe Fine Wine. Enjoy wine tasting, light bites, and a tour of this beautifully renovated mid-century space. Tickets: buff.ly/4dA9laJ 🍷🏠 #MadAboutModern

























