Matthews Heritage Museum

Matthews Heritage Museum Housed in the 1879 Massey-Clark House, the award-winning Matthews Heritage Museum is a step back in time. The Museum is open Thursday–Saturday, from 10:00 a.m.

Housed in the 1879 Massey-Clark House, one of the oldest buildings in downtown Matthews, the Matthews Heritage Museum is a step back in time. to 4:30 p.m. Admission to the Matthews Heritage Museum is FREE! This means that everyone can explore the fascinating exhibits and artifacts at no cost.

Flashback Friday!It's the first week of school, so we're taking a look back at school days in Matthews 🎒These old class ...
08/28/2026

Flashback Friday!

It's the first week of school, so we're taking a look back at school days in Matthews 🎒

These old class photos remind us that while a lot has changed over the years, some things like making new friends and the excitement of a new year never really do.

Do you recognize anyone?

In addition to our postcards, keychains, buttons, and stickers, we now have new bumper stickers! 🚗Let everyone know you ...
08/21/2026

In addition to our postcards, keychains, buttons, and stickers, we now have new bumper stickers! 🚗

Let everyone know you "brake for local history." 😉

Stop by the Museum and pick one up for your car, water bottle, laptop, or wherever you want to show off your love of local history!

📍 Matthews Heritage Museum
🎟️ Admission is always FREE

What can a cemetery tell us about a town? 🪦Quite a lot!Cemeteries can reveal the names of families who shaped a communit...
08/14/2026

What can a cemetery tell us about a town? 🪦

Quite a lot!

Cemeteries can reveal the names of families who shaped a community, how families were connected, and even clues about how Matthews changed over time.

Every headstone has a story, and together, those stories help us understand the history of our town.

Join us tomorrow, August 15, for our Historic Matthews Cemetery Tour led by Michael Meath and learn more about the people and stories behind Matthews Cemetery.

Registration is still open: https://forms.gle/xvKrDhPb14Q3BpHWA

Trends may change, but preserving the places and stories that shape our community never goes out of style.It's kinda chi...
08/07/2026

Trends may change, but preserving the places and stories that shape our community never goes out of style.

It's kinda chic to celebrate local history, from historic buildings and family photographs to museums, cemeteries, and the people who keep these stories alive.

Thanks for helping us preserve the Town of Matthews, NC's past for future generations. 💚

There's still time for our  to reserve a spot for these upcoming guided tours:🏛️ Historic Walking Tour📅 Saturday, August...
08/06/2026

There's still time for our to reserve a spot for these upcoming guided tours:

🏛️ Historic Walking Tour
📅 Saturday, August 8

🪦 Historic Matthews Cemetery Tour
📅 Saturday, August 15

Each one offers a meaningful way to experience the Town of Matthews, NC's past. Don't miss these opportunities to connect with local history.

👉 Learn more and sign up: matthewsheritagemuseum.org/events

It's the final two days to experience A Holly Jolly (and Historical) Christmas in July! Stop by the Matthews Heritage Mu...
07/30/2026

It's the final two days to experience A Holly Jolly (and Historical) Christmas in July! Stop by the Matthews Heritage Museum to explore our mini-exhibit and discover the history of this summertime tradition, and its roots right here in North Carolina. 🎄☀️

Merry Christmas in July! 🎄☀️It may be another rainy morning, but we're enjoying A Holly Jolly (and Historical) Christmas...
07/25/2026

Merry Christmas in July! 🎄☀️

It may be another rainy morning, but we're enjoying A Holly Jolly (and Historical) Christmas in July!

Stop by the Matthews Heritage Museum and learn about the history of this summertime celebration, now until July 31.

Join us for A Holly Jolly (and Historical) Christmas in July!Escape the summer heat and celebrate Christmas in July at t...
07/18/2026

Join us for A Holly Jolly (and Historical) Christmas in July!

Escape the summer heat and celebrate Christmas in July at the Matthews Heritage Museum! From July 18–31, enjoy a bit of holiday cheer and a peek into the North Carolina roots of this whimsical tradition. 🎄☀️

Learn about how Keystone Camp in Brevard, NC hosted the very first Christmas in July in 1933, and how the idea spread across the country. Our mini-exhibit explores the quirky history behind this summertime celebration.

The museum will have holiday music, a few festive decorations and, best of all, it's nice and cool inside! ❄️

🎄 No RSVP needed! Just stop by and enjoy!

There's still time to reserve your spot!We have spaces available for our upcoming guided tours:🪦 Historic Matthews Cemet...
07/17/2026

There's still time to reserve your spot!

We have spaces available for our upcoming guided tours:

🪦 Historic Matthews Cemetery Tour
📅 Saturday, July 18

🏛️ Historic Walking Tour
📅 Monday, July 20

Each one offers a meaningful way to experience the Town of Matthews, NC's past. Don't miss these opportunities to connect with local history.

👉 Learn more and sign up: matthewsheritagemuseum.org/events

🎥 Earlier this week, the Matthews Heritage Museum was the setting for a special interview as part of a project highlight...
07/09/2026

🎥 Earlier this week, the Matthews Heritage Museum was the setting for a special interview as part of a project highlighting the historic figures and events that have shaped our region.

While the program won't air for a couple of months, we couldn't resist sharing this behind the scenes peak. 👀

Stay tuned! We're looking forward to sharing more soon. Any guesses what it's for? 😊

Address

232 N Trade Street
Matthews, NC
28105

Opening Hours

Thursday 10am - 4:30pm
Friday 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4:30am

Telephone

(704) 708-4996

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