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February

Saturday, February 11, 10 am to 4 pm
Stenciling in the Historical Park
Stenciling has long been a popular method of decorative painting.  Come try your hand painting a keepsake box with stencils. All ages welcome. Cost: $1 per box. Free for members.  Drop-in. Limit 2 per person.

Monday, February 13, 2 pm to 3 pm, 2^nd Floor, Heritage Research Center, High Point Public Library
HRC Book Club, Mid-Point Meeting
Members of the HRC Book Clubs will meet to discuss their readings for the winter topic, “Reconstruction:  The Struggle for the Soul of the South.”

Wednesday, February 15, 10 am
Museum Guild Meeting
The discussion topic will be Louise Thaden and Lousie Smith both aviatrix from this area.

Wednesday, February 15, 6:30 to 7:30 pm, 1^st Floor, Morgan Community Room, High Point Public Library
Poor Folks, Rich Lives:  Finding Your Impoverished and Landless Ancestors
Most researchers encounter ancestors who had very little property. Defining their families can be very challenging. The usual sources and strategies often prove inadequate. This class will summarize where and how to look for them.

Thursday, February 16, 6:30 pm to 9 pm (February 23 make-up date)
Leap Into History…A Night at the Museum
The High Point Historical Society is hosting its annual Winter Gala Fundraiser and includes entertainment, music and few surprises. Come spend the evening learning about local history and meeting a few characters from our past. Cost $25 per person and reservations are required. Order your tickets online.  Contact hpmuseum@highpointnc.gov or 885-1859 for more information.

Monday, February 27, 11 am to 1 pm and 5 pm to 7 pm
Kickoff to Kindergarten: Parent Day
Calling all parents of pre-schoolers! Representatives from Guilford County Schools and other community pre-K resources will be available to answer questions and give you all the information you need to register and prepare your child for pre-school or Kindergarten. This free, drop-in event is co-sponsored by United Way of Greater High Point Children’s Initiatives, Guilford Education Alliance, Guilford Child Development, Guilford Partnership for Children, Guilford County Schools, Get Healthy Guilford, Guilford Education Alliance, the Junior League of High Point, and the Greensboro Children’s Museum.

Monday, February 27, 2 to 3 pm, 2^nd Floor, Heritage Research Center
HRC Book Club, Wrap Meeting
Members of the HRC Book Clubs will meet for a final discussion of readings for the winter topic, “Reconstruction:  The Struggle for the Soul of the South.”

March

Saturday, March 3 – time to TBA
North Carolina Schools of Longrifles Seminar
To coincide with our exhibit, the High Point Museum will host a seminar featuring William Ivey, C. Michael Briggs, Joseph Byerly and Kenneth Orr. Registration required. Email for more information.

Saturday, March 3, 10 am to 4 pm
Blacksmithing Demonstration in the Historical Park
Come watch our costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. All ages welcome.  FREE. Drop-in.

Saturday, March 10, 10 am to 4 pm
Blacksmithing Demonstration in the Historical Park
Come watch our costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. All ages welcome.  FREE. Drop-in.

Wednesday, March 21, 10 am
Museum Guild Meeting
The discussion topic will be Oakwood Cemetery.

Saturday, March 24, 10 am to 4 pm
Blacksmithing Demonstration in the Historical Park
Come watch our costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. All ages welcome.  FREE. Drop-in.

Saturday, March 24, 10:30 am to 4 pm
Moccasin Making Workshop
Greg Hudson, a known artisan and leather worker that has been perfecting his trade for 30 years, will be conducting the workshop. Each participant will receive a completed or almost completed set of moccasins. The moccasins are made of split elk, with an insole of split elk. All tools and materials will be provided during the seminar. Space is limited. Register in advance 885-1859. $65 per person.

Saturday, March 31, 10 am to 4 pm
Natural Dyeing
Get ready for the Easter Bunny! We’ll provide eggs you can dip in dyes made from plant material, like onion skins and blueberries. All ages welcome. $1 per egg. Free for members.  Drop-in. Limit 2 per person.