Weaving Together the Threads of Our Shared History

Discover fascinating history, amazing collections, captivating exhibitions, engaging programs, and more.

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Explore bold, award-winning exhibitions illuminating the history and culture of Greensboro and beyond.

NC Democracy: Eleven Elections

Closes July 20. Explore choices & change at the polls from 1776 to 2010.

Voices of a City: Greensboro North Carolina

Discover Greensboro’s history through stories of residents past and present.

Pieces of Now: Online Exhibition

Experience the virtual version of the award-winning exhibition on the upheavals of 2020.

Welcome to the Gate City!

Discover early 1900s Greensboro in this hands-on, family-friendly exhibition.

Upcoming Events

Join us for family festival days, talks with nationally known historians and community experts, after hours events and more. There’s something for everyone.

Full Calendar

Museum Closed

Friday, July 4

The Museum is closed in observance of the July 4th holiday.

July
4

O. Henry Magazine Author Series: Jim Dodson

Thursday, July 10 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Join us for a special evening with author Jim Dodson as we celebrate the release of The Road That Made America: A Modern Pilgrim’s Journey on the Great Wagon Road. Copies […]

July
10

Flashback 1970s

Saturday, July 12 @ 11:00 am – 4:30 pm | Free

Greensboro History Museum’s Flashback family fun series highlights decades past for our city and beyond. Recent Flashbacks have explored the history, music, culture, and curiosities of the 1920s, 1940s, and […]

July
12

Behind Locked Doors

Monday, July 28 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 pm

Join us for a special members-only look at what goes on behind the archivist’s doors (there are 5). We will also be highlighting some recent acquisitions. Please RSVP to Carol […]

July
28

Discover Collections

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Rows of archival manuscript boxes on shelves

Together with our diverse communities, the Greensboro History Museum collects objects and stories, connects generations, and challenges people to explore our city’s past, present and future.

The museum sparks wonder through bold exhibitions and creative public programs. We nurture civic engagement and lifelong learning. We encourage dialogue, and we care for all that is entrusted to us.