Upcoming Events:

LEXINGTON, N.C. — Celebrate America's 250th anniversary through the power of music at Opera LITE: American Odyssey, an unforgettable afternoon of song presented by Piedmont Opera on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.

Made possible through the generous support of the Edward C. Smith Civic Center, the performance will take place at the Davidson County Historical Museum, inside the courtroom of the Old Davidson County Courthouse. This unique setting offers a fitting place to experience the songs and stories that have shaped the American experience.

Presented as a live radio broadcast, American Odyssey takes audiences through 250 years of American song, from the parlor and the revival to the protest march and the Broadway stage. This recital traces the story of America through its music, connecting major moments in American history and legal tradition to the songs that defined them. Featuring works drawn from the many communities that make up the American story, performed by Reverend Kenneth Alexander Pettigrew, Logan Webber, and Arianna Bohning, this is a chance to reflect on, appreciate, and celebrate the full American experience.

The program spans more than two centuries of American music, featuring familiar patriotic favorites, spirituals, folk songs, Broadway classics, protest music, and beloved Americana. Audiences can expect a thoughtful and engaging celebration of songs that have united, challenged, comforted, and inspired generations of Americans.

Daniel Boone in the Revolution, Dinner & Presentation with Randell Jones
America250 Program Series

Date: Thursday, April 23
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Davidson County Historical Museum
2 S. Main St., Lexington, NC 27292

Enjoy a presentation, “Between Two Sons—Daniel Boone during the American Revolution,” by award-winning author Randell Jones.
Dinner is included: Lexington-style chopped BBQ sandwich, side, and drink.
Book sale to follow (proceeds support the museum).

Registration is now full. If you’ve already registered but cannot attend, kindly contact the museum so that others may have the opportunity to join us.
Call 336-242-2035 or email dch.museum@davidsoncountync.gov

Tea & Trivia: Founding Fathers Fun Facts & More!
America250 Program Series

Date: Thursday, May 7
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Davidson County Historical Museum
2 S. Main St., Lexington, NC 27292

Join the Davidson County Historical Museum and Lexington Library for a fun night of trivia, tea, and friendly competition as we celebrate America’s 250th!Test your knowledge of the Founding Fathers, Revolutionary War history, and the voices and documents that shaped the nation—while picking up some surprising facts along the way. Enjoy complimentary tea and cookies, with tea sandwiches available for $1.

Prizes will be awarded to the winning team, and all registered participants receive a goodie bag!
Register your team (up to 6 players):
dch.museum@davidsoncountync.gov or 336-242-2035

The Regulators in North Carolina: Prelude to the Revolution
America250 Program Series

Date: Thursday, May 21
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Genealogy Room
612 S. Main St., Lexington, NC 27292

The Davidson County Genealogy Department and the Davidson County Historical Museum invite you to an engaging look at a lesser-known chapter of early American history.

Join author Marcia Phillips as she explores the story of the Regulators—early North Carolina citizens who challenged authority and helped set the stage for the Revolutionary War in the South. A book sale will follow the program.

Ongoing Programs

African American Heritage Project

The mission of the Davidson County Historical Museum’s African American Heritage Project is to collect, preserve, and interpret material culture and oral histories reflecting the lives and culture of the African American community in Davidson County.

The African American Heritage Project has issued an ongoing Call for Oral Histories and a Call for Artifacts. The success of these projects relies on community participation, volunteers, and donors. See more information below on how to get involved.

Escape the Museum - Temporarily Unavailable for exhibit updates

Escape the Museum is a family-friendly Escape Room-style experience, where children and adults work together to solve puzzles and riddles, find hidden objects, and unlock clues as they advance through a series of challenges placed throughout museum exhibits. The object of the game is to beat every challenge, advance through every exhibit, and ultimately Escape the Museum in under 1 hour!

Escape the Museum is a BEGINNER LEVEL escape room game. It was created for, and best played by, children (approximately ages 7-11) with adults (at least 1 adult player is required per team.)

Only available Tuesdays-Fridays, 4:00-5:00. Reservation Required. $15 per group.