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Vance County Historical Museum

Discover the history of Vance County at this museum located in Henderson's downtown historic district.

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  • Lesson plan: Learn about your county This activity will allow fourth grade students in North Carolina to learn more about the counties that surround their home county. Using online images, students will create a multimedia presentation to share with others.

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  • African American Cultural Complex: Originally named Black Heritage Park, the African American Cultural Complex celebrates the outstanding contributions made by African-Americans.
  • Stanly County Historic Preservation Commission Museum: Stanly County created this museum to preserve the heritage resources of the area for generations to come. The exhibits cover the history of Stanly County from ancient times to the present.
  • Cowan Museum: A trip through Cowan Museum is a hands-on learning and entertaining experience for all ages.

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Located on South Garnett Street in the Historic District of Henderson’s downtown area, Vance County Historical Museum is open on Wednesdays. The museum has exhibits ranging from Native Americans to World War II. For more information, call (252)492-5061. Admission is free.

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