Moravian Archives, Winston-Salem, N.C.

07/04/2026

We have had so many visitors in the past two weeks for vault tours and our America 250 celebration, and we are so grateful for all the content put out by Liz Pardue, the Winston Salem Journal, Fox 8, and others which has helped grow our reach exponentially. If you weren’t able to attend one of our events in the last two weeks, we have two more vault tours that we added in due to demand—tickets are available in the comments below.

07/01/2026

✨A Mystery in the Moravian Archives✨ Check out this excellent article by John Deem about the Declaration of Independence, and learn about how we have our own National Treasure plot…Nicolas Cage not included.

“It is entirely possible that one day we will find it, and every once in a while, when we're bored with whatever project we're on and need a break, we ⤵️ Find a link to the story in the comments.

06/30/2026

Want to celebrate July 4th, but want to avoid the heat? Us too! Join us this Friday, July 3rd from 3:30 to 6:30 for our America 250 Celebration at the Moravian Archives--in air conditioning!

This special event if free for all past donors, and new donors can get tickets with any donation via Eventbrite. Past donors are already on our guest list, but can RSVP at the link in the comments below.

Vault Tours will be offered every 45 minutes starting at 3:45 where you can see the amazing collections housed in our repository including the original Fourth of July Proclamation, the George Washington letter, Acts of Congress, Revolutionary War records, and more!

A reception will be held upstairs where you can learn more about how your support allows the Archives to work on incredibly impactful projects, and join us for fellowship over hors'doeuvres, wine, and other refreshing beverages.

Pop in for a tour, stay for a little while or the whole time, and join us in celebrating 250 years of American Liberty--and maybe learn some new things about what the pursuit of such cost.

A special event for Moravian Archives donors and guests, featuring vault tours, a showcase, and reception.

06/25/2026

Winston-Salem Journal | JournalNow thank you so much for visiting with us! Yesterday archivist Sabrina Garity and intern Chloe Ho**er took journalists from the Winston-Salem Journal on an exclusive behind the scenes Vault Tour to showcase incredible America 250 records related to the settlement of Salem and the Revolutionary War. We had a blast showing John Deem and Walter Unks around—we can’t wait to have them back!

Today’s tour has tickets available still and tomorrow’s tour is nearly sold out—additional dates will be announced soon due to high demand!

The Moravian Archives is offering special America 250-themed vault tours featuring items from the Revolutionary War and early American history this Thursday and Friday. Each tour runs about 90 minutes. ⤵️ Find a link to the story in the comments.

06/24/2026

Tickets are still available for tomorrow and Friday's America 250 Vault Tours! Friday is nearly sold out, so get your tickets ASAP! We look forward to seeing you here!

Join us for a tour of the Moravian Archives Vault featuring the collection materials from the Revolutionary War and early American History!

06/15/2026

Andrea "Andi" Williams, a member of New Philadelphia Moravian in Winston-Salem, was elected. ⤵️ Find a link to the story in the comments.

06/15/2026

Salem Congregation and Saint Philips Moravian Church invite everyone to attend the WORSHIP IN CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM at 7:00 PM on Friday June 19th.

Members of the 10th Ohio US Cavalry will reenact the May 21, 1865 event held at the church where 200 people inside and 600 on the front lawn were told they were free from slavery.

In Honor of America’s 250th Anniversary, this reenactment is being done as our gift to the community. Please come join us! Come early as seating is limited for this event.

06/13/2026

Check out these cute shirts! Buy one and we can all match—on Wednesdays Moravians wear blue! 😉

06/12/2026

Tomorrow is the big day! Join us at Old Salem from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM for a full day celebrating Peter Oliver through guided tours, hands-on activities, live music, and more. All activities are INCLUDED with your standard admission ticket!⁠ ⁠
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For tickets, more information, and schedule of events, visit us at oldsalem.org.

See you soon!

06/12/2026

C’mon, we know you CAN.

UPDATE: We did it!!! Thank you! 26 cans were used in a special CANJO music craft at Laurel Ridge….where they saw treasures from the MMF & learned about our rich musical heritage and the music that is alive today! Pix and report to come soon….! 🥰🎉

Friends of MMF! We need your help! If you are coming tomorrow to the concert, your Moravian Music Foundation needs 26 clean soup/corn type cans for a music project we are doing with Laurel Ridge campers next week. Feel free to contact Darla for pick up or bring them by the Archie K Davis Center. Thank you in advance!!!