The Country Doctor Museum

09/28/2026

09/11/2026

🎀 3D Screening Mammograms Coming to Bailey! 🎀

The Country Doctor Museum Foundation is partnering with UNC Rex Mobile Mammography to bring convenient breast cancer screening to our community.

📅 Thursday, November 5, 2026
📍 Country Doctor Museum
7089 Peele Road, Bailey, NC 27807

💗 A 3D screening mammogram takes approximately 20 minutes, and early detection can save your life!

Registration closes October 15, 2026.

To schedule your appointment, use the Mobile Mammography Open Scheduling Form and select Country Doctor Museum Foundation as the employer. Complete all required information online to confirm your appointment.

🔗 [Schedule your mammogram](https://www.unc Rex.com/)

Important reminders:
• Bring your ID and insurance card.
• If you have My UNC Chart, you will receive an appointment reminder.
• If you do not have My UNC Chart, you will receive an email confirmation.
• If you are under age 35, please contact your medical provider.
• Eligibility requirements include no previous history of breast cancer and no current symptoms such as pain, lumps, or ni**le discharge.

📞 Questions about your appointment? Call 919-784-4210.

“Don’t let the urgent get in the way of the important.” — Kay Yow

Please share this post and help us spread the word! 💗

Information and registration details are from the UNC Rex Mobile Mammography flyer.

08/30/2026

Congratulations to our gift basket winner!
We can’t wait for you to visit our unique piece of history in Bailey.

08/29/2026

Stop by tonight and register!
We look forward to seeing everyone!

🎉🎁 WIN A COUNTRY DOCTOR MUSEUM GIFT BASKET! 🎁🎉

Stop by the Bailey Chamber tent during Middlesex National Night Out for your chance to win this amazing gift basket from the Country Doctor Museum! 🩺🏛️

📅 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Middlesex National Night Out

The basket is valued at $100 and is filled with Country Doctor Museum goodies, including a T-shirt, hat, key chain, postcards, magnet, Herbal Goddess book, watercolor card, and admission for two! 🎟️

✨ Come see us at the Bailey Chamber tent and register to win! ✨

We can’t wait to see you there! 💙

08/24/2026

🎉🎁 WIN A COUNTRY DOCTOR MUSEUM GIFT BASKET! 🎁🎉

Stop by the Bailey Chamber tent during Middlesex National Night Out for your chance to win this amazing gift basket from the Country Doctor Museum! 🩺🏛️

📅 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Middlesex National Night Out

The basket is valued at $100 and is filled with Country Doctor Museum goodies, including a T-shirt, hat, key chain, postcards, magnet, Herbal Goddess book, watercolor card, and admission for two! 🎟️

✨ Come see us at the Bailey Chamber tent and register to win! ✨

We can’t wait to see you there! 💙

08/20/2026

Thank you for sharing!

Bailey, NC 📍

07/31/2026

🌟 Meet Our Team! 🌟

The Country Doctor Museum is proud to introduce Aaron Williford, our Site Manager!

Aaron is a Bailey native with a passion for preserving history and sharing the stories that make our community unique. A 2021 graduate of North Carolina Wesleyan University with a bachelor's degree in history, Aaron brings both knowledge and enthusiasm to every visitor's experience.

Since joining the Country Doctor Museum in 2024, Aaron has helped welcome guests from across North Carolina and beyond. He also serves as a historic interpreter at Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site, giving him a wealth of experience in bringing history to life.

Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning to explore again, Aaron looks forward to welcoming you and helping you discover the fascinating story of rural medicine.

Stop by and say hello on your next visit!

📍 Country Doctor Museum
7089 Peele Road
Bailey, NC 27807

Preserving the Past. Inspiring the Future.
The story of rural healthcare lives here.

07/27/2026

07/24/2026

🩺 Discover the Country Doctor Museum
Where the History of Rural Medicine Comes to Life

Now proudly operating under the stewardship of the Country Doctor Museum Foundation!

Step into one of North Carolina's most unique museums and experience the fascinating history of the country doctor.

Located in Bailey, the Country Doctor Museum is home to one of the nation's largest collections of medical artifacts, preserving the stories, tools, and traditions of the physicians who cared for generations of rural families. The newly formed Country Doctor Museum Foundation is honored to continue preserving this treasured landmark and ensuring its legacy for future generations.

Explore historic medical instruments, antique apothecary collections, physician offices, and engaging exhibits that bring America's medical past to life. Whether you're a history enthusiast, healthcare professional, student, or simply looking for a unique day trip, there's something for everyone to discover.

🕙 Museum Hours
Now Open: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday • 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

👥 Group tours are welcome!

📍 Country Doctor Museum
7089 Peele Road
Bailey, NC 27807

Plan your visit today and experience a treasured piece of North Carolina history.

🌐 Learn more or schedule a tour at countrydoctormuseum.org

06/20/2026

Some updates here at the museum! Our last day that we will be open with our normal business hours will be Tuesday, June 23rd. We will be closed June 24th- July 1st for a transition of stewardship. Follow along on our website for the latest updates. Come see us today or Tuesday!