Plan Your Visit to Rowan Museum in Salisbury, NC

If you live in Salisbury, NC, you will have heard of the Rowan Museum before. But where is it located, and what can you learn there? In fact, the museum has four different buildings you may have seen around town: the Courthouse, the Old Stone House, the Utzman-Chambers House, and the Roller Mill in China Grove. Let’s explore what each of these buildings is about and how to plan your trip. 

The Rowan Museum in Salisbury, NC

The museum includes several historic buildings in and around Salisbury, and you can explore them all or choose the one you’re most interested in. There is also a series of lectures, called the Rowan County History Class, where you can learn more about your local area.

Before deciding to go to one of the buildings listed below, you should contact the museum to make sure it’s open on the day of your visit.

1854 Courthouse

The 1854 courthouse is the location of this museum’s offices, and you can stop by on Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm. The address is 202 North Main Street, and it is easy to find by car.

You will be able to see some rotating exhibits and the Messinger room here. The building survived Stoneman’s Raid and was the local courthouse until the early 1900s.

Old Stone House

Located at 770 Stone House Road, this piedmont plantation was created in 1766 by a German immigrant named Michael Braun. Today, the home is fully restored and features Colonial and Georgian furniture and information on the colonial lifestyle.

Utzman-Chambers House

On 116 South Jackson Street, you will find the Utzman-Chambers House, an 1815 building constructed by the cabinetmaker Luis Utzman. It is an example of how people lived in antebellum America – which refers to the time period before the Civil War but after the War of 1812.

This era is marked by the expansion towards the West, the spirit of reform, and the development of two separate economies in the North and the South of the country.

China Grove Roller Mill

If you go to 308 North Main Street in China Grove, you’ll be able to see the Roller Mill, built in 1903. The purpose of this construction was to mechanize grain grinding. This is a fascinating building to visit if you’re interested in the Industrial Revolution.

Rowan County History Class

If you’re eager to hear local community leaders speak about the history of your area, you can attend a series of lectures from February to May. Each week, a different topic or time period is discussed, and some of the lectures include tours and visits to local landmarks.

Check the museum’s website or give them a call to find out the exact dates and times of these events.

When planning a day out in your local area, one of the four museum buildings is a great choice. They all offer interesting insights and a unique take on history. While you’re in the area, stop by at Cloninger Toyota to find out what new and used vehicles we’re currently displaying. Our sales team will be happy to speak to you and show you around.

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