Mount Airy Museum of Regional History

06/19/2026

❤️🖤💚 Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, a day that commemorates freedom, resilience, and the enduring journey toward equality in America.

Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when news of emancipation finally reached enslaved people in Texas, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. It is a day to reflect on our nation’s history, honor those who fought for freedom, and celebrate the contributions of African Americans to our communities and country.

Join us this Sunday, June 21, for our Juneteenth Family Fun Day at the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History!

🎉 FREE Admission
📚 Reading of the Declaration of Freedom
🎨 Juneteenth-Themed Crafts
🎶 Special Choir Performance
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for the whole family

We are grateful to our community partners, sponsors, and volunteers who are helping make this meaningful event possible. We hope you’ll join us as we learn, celebrate, and honor this important chapter in American history.

📍 Mount Airy Museum of Regional History in Downtown Mount Airy
📅 Sunday, June 21

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06/19/2026

This Fourth of July, skip the crowds and celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with us at Red, White & View!

Enjoy a special parade viewing experience from the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History while spending the day surrounded by history, patriotism, and community spirit.
Your ticket includes:
⭐ Parade Viewing
🥪 Lunch
🥤 Drinks & Snacks
🏛 FREE Museum Admission
📜 Live Reading of the Declaration of Independence
🎭 Historical Interpreters
🇺🇸 America 250 Activities

Whether you’re a local looking for a new way to celebrate or a visitor spending the holiday in Mount Airy, this is your chance to enjoy one of our town’s most beloved traditions while making memories with family and friends.

🎟 Museum Members: $20
🎟 Non-Members: $35

Space is limited and tickets are expected to go quickly!

📞 Call 336-786-4478 to reserve your spot today or go to https://book.peek.com/s/a0c5809d-0d7b-4b2e-80a0-310f08f12aa9/p_menak--9bbce9da-e111-4ced-9b84-dce21dc25ea9?date=2026-07-04&mode=standalone&timeString=11%3A00AM

🇺🇸 Celebrate freedom. Celebrate history. Celebrate together.

06/18/2026

❤️ Thank You, North Carolina Traveler! ❤️

We are honored to be included in this wonderful Mt. Airy day-trip itinerary from North Carolina Traveler!

Thank you for highlighting the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History as a must-see stop while exploring our hometown. We’re especially grateful for your kind words about our exhibits, local history, and hands-on Children’s Gallery.

Our mission is to share the stories that make Mount Airy unique, and it’s always rewarding to hear when visitors leave with a deeper appreciation for our community’s rich heritage.

If you’re planning a visit to Mount Airy, be sure to add the Museum to your itinerary. With three floors of exhibits, local history, music, transportation, industry, and interactive experiences for children, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Thank you again for the feature and for supporting small towns, local history, and the places that make North Carolina special!

06/17/2026

🇺🇸 Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary at the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History! 🇺🇸
Join us on Saturday, July 4, for a full day of history, patriotism, and family fun during our America 250 Independence Day Celebration!
Enjoy:�⭐ Historical interpreters bringing America’s past to life�⭐ A Reading of the Declaration of Independence at 11:00 AM�⭐ Recognition of our America 250 Essay Contest Winner�⭐ Family-friendly activities throughout the day�
Want the best seat for the Fourth of July Parade? Reserve your spot for our Red, White & View Parade Viewing Experience, which includes parade viewing, lunch, snacks, drinks, and museum admission.
📅 Saturday, July 4, 2026�⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM�📍 Mount Airy Museum of Regional Historyin Downtown Mount Airy

Come celebrate our nation’s history, honor the voices that shaped America, and enjoy one of Mount Airy’s favorite traditions!

Call (336) 786-4478 for more information or to reserve your parade viewing tickets or purchase tickets online at https://book.peek.com/s/a0c5809d-0d7b-4b2e-80a0-310f08f12aa9/p_menak--9bbce9da-e111-4ced-9b84-dce21dc25ea9?date=2026-07-04&mode=standalone&timeString=11%3A00AM

06/16/2026

🇺🇸✍️ LAST CHANCE TO ENTER! ✍️🇺🇸

Do you know a student who loves to write? There’s still time to enter the America250 Essay Contest at the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History!

Students in grades K–12 are invited to share their thoughts on America’s past, present, and future as we celebrate 250 years of our nation’s history.

🏆 Two winners will be selected:
• Grades K–5
• Grades 6–12

Winners will:
⭐ Read their essays during our July 4th celebration
⭐ Receive special prizes
⭐ K–5 Winner receives a FREE summer camp
⭐ 6–12 Winner receives a Scoops Ice Cream gift certificate

📅 Submission Deadline: June 19, 2026

📧 Send essays to: [email protected]

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of our America250 celebration and have your voice heard!

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06/15/2026

Juneteenth Family Fun Day

Join us at the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History for a special Juneteenth Family Fun Day as we celebrate freedom, history, culture, and community.

The museum will be FREE and open to the public for this family-friendly event featuring Juneteenth-themed crafts, readers, singers, a special reading of the Declaration of Freedom, and activities for all ages.

Bring your family and friends as we come together to honor the significance of Juneteenth while exploring local history and enjoying a day of learning and fun.

📅 Sunday, June 21, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Mount Airy Museum of Regional History
🎟 Free Admission

Sponsored by the Mount Airy Women’s League, AAHGS, and NAACP.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

06/12/2026

☀️ Beat the Heat at the Museum! ☀️

Looking for something fun to do with the kids on one of the hottest days of the year so far? With temperatures in the 90s and the heat sticking around from yesterday, it’s the perfect day to cool off indoors!

❄️ Escape the heat and enjoy:
🎨 Hands-on activities
🧸 Interactive exhibits
📚 Fun learning experiences
🏛️ A comfortable, air-conditioned environment for the whole family

Whether you’re looking to spend an hour or the rest of the afternoon, we’ve got plenty to keep the kiddos entertained while staying cool!

⏰ Hurry! We close today at 5:00 PM, so there’s still time to stop by and play.

📍 Mount Airy Museum of Regional History
In Downtown Mount Airy

Come make some memories and stay cool with us this afternoon! 💙

06/12/2026

🎉 We’re excited to share that the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History was recently featured on WXII 12! 🎉

Executive Director Matt Edwards joined WXII to talk about all the exciting things happening at the museum this summer. During the interview, we highlighted our upcoming summer events, including our Historic Mount Airy Ghost Tours, Ghost Trolley rides, Teacher Summer Pass program, Summer Camps, Juneteenth Family Fun Day, and our Fourth of July celebration!

We’re grateful to WXII 12 for helping us spread the word about the many ways families, visitors, and our community can connect with local history this summer.

If you missed the segment, check out the video below and see what’s coming up at the museum!

Thank you to everyone who continues to support the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History. We look forward to seeing you this summer!

Summer Events at the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History

06/11/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to the Women’s League of Mount Airy for their generous support of the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History’s 2026 Family Fun Days!

Their sponsorship helps make these special summer events possible, allowing us to offer free admission and engaging family activities that connect our community with the rich history of our region.

The Women’s League has been a longtime supporter of the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History in Downtown Mount Airy and our mission, and we are thankful for their continued partnership and dedication to preserving and promoting local history.

Please join us in thanking the Women’s League of Mount Airy for investing in educational and cultural opportunities for families throughout our community.

Read the full article below:

The Women’s League of Mount Airy has continued its longstanding tradition of community support by sponsoring the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History’s Family Fun Days for 2026.