history buffs
Doll & Miniature Museum of High Point
One of the south’s largest doll & miniature museums, featuring more than 2,700 dolls, miniature displays, dollhouses and unusual artifacts from around the world. Also a special exhibit of 130 Shirley Temple dolls, 17 African-American portrait dolls, and other rotating doll and miniature exhibits. Groups and individuals welcome. Guides for groups of 15 or more by reservation. Museum Store available. Mon-Fri 10-4, Sat 9-4 and Sun 1-4. Museum closed on Mondays November to March.
101 West Green Drive
Tel: (336) 885- DOLL (3655)
www.dollandminiaturemuseum.org
dollandminiature@aol.com
High Point Museum & Historical Park
Explore the history of High Point. Changing exhibits provide a look at lifestyles through the years. Tour the Blacksmith Shop, 1801 Hoggatt and 1786 Haley Houses located in the Historical Park.
1859 E. Lexington Ave.
Tel: 336.885.1859
Tues-Sat: 10-4:30, Sun: 1-4:30
Historic Castle Mcculloch Gold Mill
19th century Cornish castle built as gold refinery, restored as a catering and banquet hall. Crystal Garden is a Victorian pavilion setting, accommodating groups of up to 300 for dinner. Large grounds with Tilt Yard for special events.
3925 Kivett Drive
Jamestown, North Carolina 27282
Tel: 336.887.5413 Fax 336.887.3936
Gold & gem panning available.
Tour Groups Mon-Fri 9-5
Admission: 3925 Kivett Dr.
www.castlemcculloch.com
info@mccullochfoundation.org
Mendenhall Plantation
Early 19th century Quaker plantation on Historic Register, active in the Underground Railroad during the Civil War era. On display, false-bottom wagon used to transport slaves to freedom.
603 W. Main St.
Tel: 336.454.3819
Tues-Fri 11-3, Sat 1-4, Sun 2-4
Other times by reservation. Admission.
Museum Of Old Domestic Life
Quaker museum in 1858
Springfield Meeting House.
555 E. Springfield Rd.
Tel: 336.882.3054
Tours by appointment only.
Rosetta C. Baldwin Museum
The Historical Museum was created to honor the legacy of Miss Baldwin, her family and many African-Americans for their contributions to the development of the High Point community.
1408 R.C. Baldwin Ave.
Tel: 336.253.1797
www.rosettacbaldwinfoundation.org
Tues and Thurs 10-4
World's Largest Chest Of Drawers
Originally built in 1926, the restored Chest of Drawers commemorates High Point's role as a significant furniture manufacturing center. It once housed the Chamber of Commerce and later was headquarters for the HP Jaycees.
508 N. Hamilton St.
Tel: 336.887.7170
