Davidson County Bicentennial

Choose between a 31-mile route and a 50-mile route that will allow you to take in the beautiful scenery and some historic sites that make Davidson County unique.

Join us for a fun filled day as we tour around Davidson County and learn about county history! Reservations Required.

How Secret Stills and Fast Cars Made North Carolina the Moonshine Capital of the World, With Dr. Daniel S. Pierce August 26th, 5-8PM, @ RCR Museum 236 Industrial Drive, Lexington, NC 27295

To celebrate the county's 200th anniversary, our next BIG exhibit is coming soon! Opening November 2022, Davidson County Historical Museum's newest, premier, and permanent exhibit will cover 2 centuries of history spanning all parts of the county, and much, much more.

Intro to Homebrewing Crash Course with nationally recognized home brewer, Christopher Riley September 27th, 7:00 PM, High Rock Outfitters

Use your smartphone to access our virtual scavenger hunt series - playable so long as you have a smartphone and internet connection! Take short quizzes as you travel to historic sites, parks, and other attractions throughout the county.

The Cultural Origins of Barbecue with dr. Gary freeze at the Smoke & Oak Plus Special edition beverage release: Bicentennial Bacon Old Fashioned Saturday, October 1st, 7:00pm

Explore Virtual Story Maps of Davidson County. Our first map explores all National Register of Historic Places sites located in the county. Maps are developed by Davidson County GIS Department, the Historical Museum, and Genealogy.