The Chatham Historical Museum will be OPEN on Sunday, July 2 from 1pm until 3pm. Everyone is welcome. Admission is free. Come visit the Museum before the Summerfest activities begin! |
IN THE MUSEUM | HAPPENING NOW | IN THE GALLERY |
CHATHAM COUNTY GEOLOGY THE LAND WE'RE ON Geology is the study of the earth’s physical structure. The land we’re on—its shape, soils, minerals, water tables—has profound effects on our lives and our history. Visit our Chatham Geology Exhibit to learn about the bedrock, landscape, soils, groundwater, mining and energy resources in the county. Resources: Photos of April 2022 Geology Hands-On Chatham Geologic Facts and Oddities
| ![]() Fourth Grade Field Trips to the Historic Chatham County Courthouse and Museum |
The Museum is open Wed-Fri from 11 until 4:00. Admission is free. We follow state and local directives regarding masks and distancing.
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QUICK LINKS TO OUR PAGES | OUR CHATHAM HISTORICAL MUSEUM IS OPENWED, THURS & FRI ~ 11 – 4 IN THE HISTORIC CHATHAM COUNTY COURTHOUSE 9 HILLSBORO ST ~ PITTSBORO Admission is free.
| WHAT'S NEW ON OUR WEBSITE NEW CHATHAM HISTORY CONTENT Clyde Farrell ~ A Man Called to the Earth Kelvin Teenagers ~ Letter to a Kelvin Schoolgirl Early Free People of Color in Chatham County Letter from Thompson School 1891 Siler City Farmer’s Alliance Store Lamont Norwood WWII ~ Dear Mother Since Then: A Short Illustrated History of Pittsboro Siler City 1910 from the Siler City Grit Local History Acquisitions at Chatham Community Library |
The Chatham County Historical Association is an all-volunteer organization devoted to collecting, preserving, and sharing the history of Chatham County through exhibits, tours, publications, research, and educational and community outreach programs. More about Who We Are. We welcome your feedback on our website: Webmaster@chathamhistory.org Log in to your member profile to take advantage of member benefits. |