The Stanly County Historical Society presents a candlelight tour of the 1852 Historical Home of Isaiah Snuggs. This tour will explore the unusual and often bizarre customs and rituals of death and mourning during the Victorian era of 1886. $5.00 donation per soul (cash or check only at the door) Free for Society Members.
The Stanly County Historical Society will host an encore Courtyard & Garden Tour. Proceeds from this rain or shine event will fund educational programs and preservation initiatives of the Stanly County Historical Society, a 501 (c) 3 non profit organization. This self guided tour will allow access to 10 private and public courtyard & garden […]
Across Stanly County the arrival of spring brings an explosion of floral landscapes and the return of outdoor living. To celebrate the beauty and rich history of Albemarle and Stanly County, The Stanly County Historical Society will host a benefit Courtyard & Garden Tour on April 30th from 10:00 - 4:00. Proceeds from this event […]
Come and tour the historic houses owned and operated by the Stanly County Historical Society. Our guest artisan and Certified Aromatherapy Specialist, Shannon Thompson will provide a recipe and demonstration for homemade body scrub at 2:30 & 3:30. Valentine theme products will be available for purchase from Brave Acre Micro-Farmstead.
The public is invited to tour the two historic houses owned and operated by the Stanly County Historical Society. The 1852 Isaiah Snuggs House and the Freeman-Marks House will be decorated for the holiday season. Seven themed Christmas trees and period collectibles will be displayed. Evening candlelight tours are set for Saturdays, Dec 4 & […]
The public is invited to tour the two historic houses owned and operated by the Stanly County Historical Society. The 1852 Isaiah Snuggs House and the Freeman-Marks House will be decorated for the holiday season. Seven themed Christmas trees and period collectibles will be displayed. Evening candlelight tours are set for Saturdays, Dec 4 & […]
The public is invited to tour the two historic houses owned and operated by the Stanly County Historical Society. The 1852 Isaiah Snuggs House and the Freeman-Marks House will be decorated for the holiday season. Seven themed Christmas trees and period collectibles will be displayed. Evening candlelight tours are set for Saturdays, Dec 4 & […]
The public is invited to tour the two historic houses owned and operated by the Stanly County Historical Society. The 1852 Isaiah Snuggs House and the Freeman-Marks House will be decorated for the holiday season. Seven themed Christmas trees and period collectibles will be displayed. Evening candlelight tours are set for Saturdays, Dec 4 & […]
This guided candlelight tour of the Historic 1852 Isaiah Snuggs House will explore the unusual and often bizarre customs and rituals of death and mourning during the Victorian era of 1886. Join us on this solemn occasion to pay your respects as we mourn the loss the lady of the house, Ellen Milton Snuggs, 1850-1886.
The Stanly County Historical Society will host house tours of the 2 restored homes listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In observance of Indigenous Peoples Day, our featured program will be Native American Interpreter Matt Steed. Matt will present the history and music of the Cherokee tribe at 2:30, 3:30 & 4:30.
The Stanly County History Center and The Stanly County Historical Society will co-host a “Living History Day” with Civil War reenactors, spinning demos, jump rope making, old fashioned children’s games, and interactive exhibits and tours. This will be at the Snuggs House Museum located at 112 North 3rd Street in Albemarle, NC. This event will […]
The Stanly County Historical Society will host a Historical Walking Tour of Downtown Albemarle. Maps will be available at the Isaiah Snuggs House at 112 N. Third in Downtown Albemarle. Eight historical interpreters will be stationed along the route of the original 6 blocks. Walkers may begin the self-guided tours at their leisure. Reservations are […]
