Preservation Alamance

06/02/2026

Join Preservation Alamance on Saturday, June 27, for a look inside one of Graham’s most significant historical landmarks. Whether you missed this stop on our 2025 Annual Tour of Historic Homes or want a deeper dive into local African American history, this is an afternoon you won’t want to miss.

Event Details
📆 Saturday, June 27 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
📍334 E Harden St, Graham, NC
📩 RSVP required as space is limited. Please register by submitting the form on presalamance.org/current-events by Monday, June 22.

This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the 1911 sanctuary, the 1876 original chapel, the grounds and the historic cemetery.

In 1875, Rev. J.W. Wellons organized the Children’s Chapel Christian Church as a place of worship for local formerly enslaved people. As we celebrate the congregation’s 150th anniversary (1875–2025), we also celebrate its future: the church was officially designated as an historic landmark in March, 2026.

Questions? Reach out to us at [email protected].

06/01/2026

That's a wrap on Preservation Month 2026!

What a month May was. We kicked things off on May 2 by celebrating Preservation Month and a major milestone—10 years of preserving, protecting, and advocating for historic places throughout Alamance County.

We loved spending the day with supporters, volunteers, neighbors, and friends at The Salvage Shop. From coffee and conversation to architectural treasures and shared stories, it was the perfect way to celebrate all that preservation means to our community.

We'd like to recognize a few people who helped make the celebration so special:

Thank you to Jackson Street for providing the soundtrack to a fantastic afternoon.

Thank you to Glencoe Mill Village for being the home of The Salvage Shop and for helping preserve one of Alamance County's most treasured historic places.

And thank you to our generous sponsors. Your support fuels our mission and helps ensure that the historic buildings, neighborhoods, and stories that make Alamance County special continue to thrive.

Congratulations to Amanda and Vedhika, the winners of our Preservation Month t-shirt drawing!

And don't forget to grab one of our new Preservation Alamance stickers at an upcoming event. They're the perfect way to show your love for old houses, historic places, and preservation in action.

Thank you for celebrating with us and for supporting preservation all year long. Here's to the next 10 years!

05/23/2026

05/19/2026

May is National Preservation Month — a time to celebrate the places, stories, and shared history that shape our communities.

Historic places are more than old buildings. They are reminders of where we’ve been, who we are, and the stories worth carrying forward.

This powerful feature from Elon News Network Worthy of Preservation, highlights local properties across Alamance County and the importance of preserving them for future generations. We’re grateful to see these spaces and stories honored in such a meaningful way.

👉 Explore the piece here:

Which stories get told

05/13/2026

The Rockefeller Integrated Hotel stood on Burlington’s Maple Avenue before being demolished a few weeks ago. Created by McBride “Mack” Thompson, a prominent African American entrepreneur in the Jim Crow South, the hotel was both his home and a place for Black travelers to stay somewhere safe. ...

05/02/2026

TODAY! Join us from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for our monthly open day, then stay and celebrate with us from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. as we kick off Preservation Month and our 10th Anniversary Year!

What’s Happening:

✨ Shop Architectural Salvage: Browse our curated collection of vintage home goods and architectural treasures—perfect for your next spring home project.

✨ Live Music: Enjoy a laid-back set from Jackson Street Band of Mebane (David Lobe, Michael Gasperino, and Larry Vellani), a talented three-piece featuring two guitars and a mandolin, playing for tips from 12:00–2:00 PM.

✨ Community & Connection: Enjoy refreshments, games, and giveaways while chatting with us about upcoming events.

✨ Family Fun: Bring the kids for coloring pages, bubbles, and classic yard games—simple, hands-on fun in a one-of-a-kind setting.

✨ Get Involved: Learn more about our community programs and how you can join our volunteer team to help protect the places that matter.

04/29/2026

Thank you so much for having us, African-American Cultural Arts & History Center! We had a blast 💥

Thanks to Preservation Alamance for bringing wonderfully engaging visitors to tour the center Saturday

01/06/2026

11/09/2025

We’re still coming down from the excitement of last Sunday’s 6th Annual Tour of Historic Homes — and what a day it was! 🏡✨

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who toured, volunteered, and helped make this year’s event such a wonderful success. Your enthusiasm and community spirit are what keep this beloved tradition alive.

We’re especially grateful to The Carter+Smith Group of Allen Tate Realtors, the official sponsor of the 2025 tour. Their generous support helps make it possible to celebrate and preserve the historic charm and architectural beauty that make our community so special.

Here’s to another memorable year — and to many more tours to come! 💛