Stanly County Historical Society, Inc.

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We are a group of volunteers dedicated to the stewardship of the heritage and history of Stanly County. Snuggs House is the oldest dwelling in Albemarle.

A volunteer, nonprofit NC 501 (c) (3) corporation whose purpose and mission are to promote the knowledge and appreciation of Stanly County's rich heritage and history through education and the preservation of artifacts and historic sites. The current organization was established November 13, 2013 and is the merged result of several predecessor organizations dating back to 1970. Annual membership dues and financial gifts provide the sole source of funds that allow us to cover our operating expenses, provide educational programs and other projects. We own and operate two historic properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places by The US Department of the Interior. The 1847 Freeman-Marks House is one of the earliest dwellings in Stanly County and the 1852 Isaiah W. Tours are available by appointment by calling 704-986-3777.

10/27/2026

Congratulations to History Center Coordinator, Megan Sullivan on this honor. We are glad to have played a small role in this America 250 Education Project by opening & providing docents for our Historic 1852 Isaiah Snuggs House & the Freeman-Marks House. Many thanks to our dedicated volunteers Dr. Stephen Seltzer, Ruth Cotton, Kent Harkey, Bonnie Winecoff and Leslie Phillips.

10/25/2026

What a great night with Suzanne Holshouser, Maegan Coble Sloan, Bradley Eudy and Sophie Tucker as they performed Dolly's Song Book: A Tribute Concert for a large crowd. Thanks to all who came and supported the lawn concert.

Our next event will be our Annual Christmas Open House during Downtown Christmas on December 4, 5:30-7:30. Our historic houses will be decorated for the holidays and Old St. Nicholas will be taking wish lists.

10/23/2026

One of Albemarle's favorite vocalists returns to the Historic 1852 Isaiah Snuggs House porch tomorrow night, Saturday October 24 at 7:00 pm at 112 N. Third St. in Albemarle Downtown. Friends joining her in the Dolly's Songbook: A Tribute Concert will be Maegan Coble Sloan, Bradley Eudy and Sophie Tucker. Bring your lawn chairs and warm blankets to enjoy this free lawn concert.

10/22/2026

Join us tonight for our final Education Program of 2026. It's been a great year with programs focused around the celebration of America250. Thanks to our Education Committee Co-Chairs Pat Bramlett and Jeff Chance.

10/21/2026

We love hosting our school groups. Education and history go hand in hand. It’s our mission to keep telling the stories of those that led our county.

10/16/2026

Did you know the Stanly County Historical Society has a book kiosk in the Stanly County History Center?

For anyone who attended the third and final Landmark Lounge Tour series sponsored by the Albemarle Downtown Development Corporation and wants to know more about the Historic Albemarle Opera House we have Opera House books available.

The 308 page hard bound volume by author Lewis Bramlett provides a detailed history of this iconic Albemarle landmark. $25 cash or check only.

10/07/2026

Due to inclement weather forecast for Saturday, October 10 this event has been rescheduled for Saturday, October 24 at 7:00 pm. Please advise any fellow Dolly Parton and Suzanne Holshouser fans of this date change.

Address

112 N. Third Street
Albemarle, NC
28001

Website

http://HistoricStanly.org/

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