Murray's Mill Historic District

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Learn the Art of Basket Weaving at Murray’s Mill!

Join us for a hands-on Market Basket Weaving Class with artisan Nancy Duffie and create a beautiful handcrafted basket to take home!

Whether you’re a beginner or have experience with traditional crafts, this class is a wonderful opportunity to learn a timeless skill in the historic setting of Murray’s Mill.

Date: July 25, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Murray’s Mill
1489 Murray’s Mill Rd, Catawba, NC 28609

Cost: $50 per person
Registration Deadline: July 15, 2026

Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

For registration information, call 828-465-0383.

Hosted by the Historical Association of Catawba County.

05/29/2026

Podcast Episode · The Historical Association of Catawba County Podcast · May 28 · 1h 9m

05/28/2026

Big flavor in a little packet! 🧄🌶️🥔

Our SNS Savory Dips are the perfect addition to parties, cookouts, snack nights, and everyday cravings. Easy to make and packed with flavor, these crowd-favorite dips come in convenient little packets and pair perfectly with chips, crackers, veggies, breads, and more!

We currently have 24 delicious flavors to choose from:
French Onion • Smokey Chipotle • Spinach • Parmesan Garlic Pepper • Bacon Ranch • Buffalo Wing • Cheddar Chipotle Jalapeño • Dill • Garlic Onion • Bacon Chili Cheese • Savory Herb Bread Dip • Blooming Onion • Fiesta • Kickin’ Tortilla • Garlic Lovers • Loaded Baked Potato • Sun Dried Tomato & Basil • Jalapeño Ranch • Jalapeño Popper • Everything Bagel • Vegetable • Garlic Chipotle • Cucumber Dill • BLT

Which flavor are you trying first? 👀

05/28/2026

🍿 Snack time just got an upgrade! 🍿

Bring the movie theater experience home with Amish Country Popcorn — available in FIVE delicious varieties: Purple, Baby Yellow, Baby White, Red, and Blue! Each type pops up with its own unique flavor, texture, and crunch, making every bowl an adventure for your taste buds.

✨ Tender kernels
✨ Big flavor
✨ Fun colors & varieties
✨ Perfect for movie nights, cookouts, and summer snacking

Whether you love sweet, crunchy, fluffy, or extra tender popcorn, there’s a favorite waiting for you. Stop by and grab a bag (or two… we won’t judge 😉)!

05/28/2026

🚴‍♀️🌞 Mark your calendars for the Annual Murray’s Mill Bike Ride on June 6th, 2026, starting bright and early at 8:00 AM!

Register by May 21st to secure your spot for just $40 per rider. After May 21st, registration increases to $50 per rider—so don’t wait! Sign up early, save a little money, and get ready for a fantastic ride while supporting a great cause.

We’ve made it easy—just scan the QR code to go straight to the registration form! ✔️

And the fun doesn’t stop at the finish line… stick around for “THE BIG FEED,” where we’ll be serving up delicious food to celebrate a great day of riding and community!

Questions? Give us a call at 828-241-4299.

Come ride, eat, and make memories with us at Murray's Mill Historic Site! 🚴‍♂️💛

05/28/2026

Splish splash, bath time just got a whole lot CUTER! 🛁✨

Our kids soaps at Murray’s Mill General Store are squeaky clean fun with SO many adorable friends to choose from! 🐸🦄🐢🐞🐥🐷🦈

From Froggy Soap that’ll have your little tadpoles hopping to the tub, to Unicorn Splash bringing magical bubbles, these soaps are farm-fresh fun and ocean-approved clean! 🌈🫧

Choose from:
🐴 3 colors of Giddy-Up Suds
🚜 4 different Farmyard Suds
🐢 Turtle Soap
🐞 Ladybug Soap
🐥 Duckling Clean
🐷 Piggy Soap
🦈 Shark Soap
…and more bubbly buddies!

Warning: your kiddos may actually WANT to take a bath now. We can’t promise they won’t be “quacking” up the whole time though! 😂🛁

05/28/2026

Well butter my biscuit… these ain’t just kitchen towels, they’re full-blown personality pieces 🤭🍳

Introducing our Southern Fried Kitchen Towels—14 different styles, each one with a little sass, a little sweetness, and a whole lotta charm! Whether you’re feelin’ funny with sayings like “Blessed are those who do my dishes” or “I’m not a hot mess, I’m the spicy sauce”… or keepin’ it classic with “Land of the Free Because of the Brave” 🇺🇸… we’ve got a towel to match your mood.

And if you’re more sweet tea and sunshine, we’ve got beautiful prints too—think sunflowers, hydrangeas, and that front-porch kind of pretty 🌻💐

Perfect for gifts, your own kitchen, or just somethin’ to make you smile while you’re elbow-deep in dishes 😉

Come pick your favorite (or two… we won’t judge)!

05/28/2026

Who says you have to wait for fall to enjoy the cozy smells? 🍂☀️ Around here, we believe “pumpkin spice season” is more of a lifestyle than a calendar date. 😂

New from Candleberry Company at the Murray’s Mill General Store — candles so good you’ll want to crank the AC down and pretend it’s sweater weather! 🕯️✨

Scents available:
🍁 Hot Maple Toddy
🍭 Pink Sugar
🫐 Frosted Blueberry Donuts
🍰 Vanilla Crumb Cake

Your house can smell like a cozy bakery even if it’s 90 degrees outside. Stop by Murray’s Mill General Store and grab your favorite before these sweet scents disappear!

05/28/2026

Life’s always s’more fun with marshmallows, chocolate, and a little creativity 🔥🍫📖
This sweet little cookbook is packed with over 50 delicious ways to upgrade your campfire favorite! Because regular s’mores are great… but EXTRA s’mores? Even better 😉🏕️

05/28/2026

🔥 Campfire cravings are calling! 🔥
Turn your backyard into the sweetest campsite ever with our S’mores Kits & S’mores Night Packs now at Murray’s Mill General Store! 🍫⛺✨

Everything you need for a gooey, chocolatey night under the stars — minus the mosquito bites. 😉
Perfect for family nights, summer camping trips, lake weekends, or just pretending your porch is the great outdoors! 🌲🔥

Because honestly… life’s “s’more” fun with marshmallows involved. 🤎

Stop by Murray’s Mill General Store and grab yours before they toast away! 🍢🍫