America 250 NC - Guilford County

09/04/2026

Step into the classrooms of the past on September 12 at 10 AM at High Point Museum, where costumed interpreters will demonstrate 18th- and 19th-century educational activities. This free, drop-in experience is perfect for all ages. Learn more: https://f.mtr.cool/ltx8lm3wdq

09/03/2026

Join us September 11 at High Point Public Library for the Heritage Book Club’s fall pick, The First Congress by Fergus Bordewich. Dive into how the first U.S. Congress crafted the Bill of Rights and established a coequal judiciary with in-person and virtual attendance. Learn more and register for free at https://f.mtr.cool/qokh7la34j

09/01/2026

Explore the untold legacy of African Americans in the Revolution at Unsung Heroes: Black Patriots of the Revolution, a three-day program of performance, film, and conversation, September 11–13 at the International Civil Rights Center & Museum. Tickets are $35 for the Saturday evening reception and free on Sunday. Secure yours today and connect with history. Learn more and register: https://f.mtr.cool/8pstnbm65u

08/27/2026

Get your tickets! America250 Guilford is proud to help sponsor this event!

In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the Black Patriots Commemoration Project, in collaboration with the International Civil Rights Center & Museum, will present Unsung Heroes: Black Patriots of the Revolution. It provides a three-day exploration of the often-overlooked African Americans who in pursuit of freedom helped shape our Nation’s independence. Through live performance, film, historical interpretation, and conversation, the weekend brings their stories forward while connecting the ideals of the American Revolution to the broader American story. On Friday, September 11th, our programming is dedicated to students and teachers. Tickets on Saturday and Sunday are open to the public.

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08/27/2026

08/25/2026

DID YOU KNOW?

We're still collecting artifacts for our time capsule through the end of the year!

Fill out the form on our website to submit your item for consideration: https://america250guilford.com/time-capsule-donations/

We're looking for items with Guilford County connections - they do not have to be Revolutionary. Our Time Capsule, stored in the archives at the High Point Museum, will be opened on July 4, 2056.

Help us capture moments we'll want to see in 50 years!

08/24/2026

Ready to explore the origins of our democracy? Join the Heritage Book Club at High Point Public Library on August 25 as we dive into Fergus Bordewich’s The First Congress and discover how those early lawmakers shaped the Bill of Rights and the federal judiciary. Learn more: https://f.mtr.cool/h4puyhm94r

08/01/2026

Curious about colonial craftsmanship? Join Assistant Site Manager Frank McMahon at High Point Museumon August 15 to see historic b**r-making in action and learn why b**r was a staple of 1700s life. Read more: https://f.mtr.cool/avfhvyjpla

07/30/2026

Step back in time at Hoggatt House High Point Museum on August 8 to explore 18th- and 19th-century remedies and learn how our founding generation treated common ailments. This free drop-in event is open to all ages and history buffs. Learn more at https://f.mtr.cool/tewuwledul

07/28/2026

Join the Eastern Festival of Music on July 29 for an unforgettable evening of string quartet music as the US Army String Quartet takes the stage at Dana Auditorium, Guilford College. This free concert is part of the Eastern Festival of Music series celebrating America’s 250th birthday. Reserve your seat and learn more: https://f.mtr.cool/goahvbtpyu