Historic Rosedale

05/31/2026

We are honored and very fortunate to be the recipient of this year’s Angels Project!

The CSA Angels Project began in 2006, and as a part of this year’s 52nd National Symposium, we will be working with the Historic Rosedale in Charlotte, North Carolina. It blends deep regional history with an active commitment to preservation and education.

Centered around a 1815 house and historic grounds, Rosedale serves as a “museum, an educational center, and an urban retreat,” and its staff is eager for guidance as they work to strengthen the care of their costume and textile collection.

CSA volunteers will assist the staff at Historic Rosedale with collections preservation work, while learning more about this important historic house and its collections.

Volunteers at this year’s National Symposium will assist with photographing, inventorying, folding, rehousing, and preparing items for improved storage and, in some cases, future exhibitions.

🔗 Learn more about this project & information on how to volunteer at the link: https://www.costumesocietyamerica.com/csa-angels-project

05/29/2026

Spring has fully sprung, and Rosedale is in full bloom!  Among the historic plants and trees on our grounds are these red mulberries, thought to be descended from those planted by Dr. David Caldwell in the mid-1800s.  It was Dr. Caldwell's thought to tap into the lucrative silk trade by raising silkworms on the site, and to that end, planted numerous mulberry trees to feed them.  Unfortunately for Dr Caldwell, however, silkworms prefer white mulberries, and those he planted turned out to be red.  The silk experiment failed, but the mulberry trees are still here, producing beautiful red berries every spring that are greatly enjoyed by Rosedale's resident birds!  Visit us for a garden or guided house tour (tickets can be purchased at https://www.historicrosedale.org/), and come see these and many others of our historic trees!

 

05/28/2026

Schedule Update from Historic Rosedale! We will be closed on Saturday, May 30th for a special event, but will reopen Wednesday, June 3rd at 10:00, with regular house tours resuming at 11:30 and 1:30. Visit our website at
https://www.historicrosedale.org/ for information on our upcoming events and to purchase tour tickets--we look forward to seeing you here soon!

05/26/2026

Just announced!  Join us for a special Curator's Talk exploring our current exhibit Stitched in Tradition: 200 Years of Bridal Elegance, on Tuesday, June 23rd at 7:00 PM. Our curator will share the stories, craftsmanship, and cultural history behind two centuries of wedding fashion, highlighting pieces from Historic Rosedale’s collection and the traditions they represent.

Admission is FREE! Donations that support our preservation and programming efforts are always appreciated. Check in for this event begins at 6:30, and light refreshments will be served. Reserve your spot by visiting our website at https://www.simpletix.com/e/curator-talk-on-stitched-in-tradition-200-tickets-276499. We hope you'll join us for this unique look into two centuries of wedding-day fashion!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. At Historic Rosedale, we reflect on the sacrifices made by those in service, including Army 1st Lt. Jo Graham Davidson, Jr.  The cousin of Rosedale’s last residents Mary Louise Davidson and Alice Davidson Able, Lt. Davidson was killed during World War II when his plane was brought down in 1943. We remember with great gratitude the selfless actions of Lt. Davidson and all servicemen and women that shaped the freedoms we hold today.

05/22/2026

Join us for Juneteenth at Historic Rosedale! On Saturday, June 20th, we’re honoring freedom, resilience, and community with a day of reflection, storytelling, and celebration on our historic grounds. Featured speakers and performers include Deacon Mary B. Starnes, Drums 4 Life drum circle, Moving Spirits, Inc. dance company, and Poet Laureate Jay Ward. This event is FREE and open to the public (guided house tours will be available separately for the general tour fee). Visit our website at https://www.simpletix.com/e/juneteenth-celebration-tickets-276522 to reserve your spot, and come learn, connect, and commemorate this important moment in American history with us.

05/19/2026

🎙️ Historic Rosedale is on the air!

We’re honored to be featured on Episode 4 of the “Burgwin‑Wright Presents…” podcast as part of the nationwide America 250 commemoration! As part of the national celebration, this podcast is honoring North Carolina's Great American Treasures, the historic properties saved and supported by The National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of North Carolina. Each month in 2026, the podcast will visit one of these properties to tell its history and explore how the North Carolina Dames became involved in preserving its legacy for future generations.

Listen at https://www.burgwinwrighthouse.com/north-carolina-s-great-american-treasures to hear stories from our 200‑year history, the voices who keep this site thriving, and the ongoing preservation of this historic landmark.. We hope you;ll tune in and join us for a conversation about heritage, preservation, and the past, present, and future of HIstoric Rosedale!

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05/15/2026

Unearthing history, one trowel at a time. Our gardeners at Historic Rosedale are constantly uncovering 19th‑century and early 20th-century artifacts hidden just beneath the soil — fragments of glass bottles, hand‑forged nails, and everyday objects such as this spoon and lighter that once lived alongside the families who called this place home. Stay tuned as we discover more historic items and piece together these stories from the ground up!

05/13/2026

Love history? Become part of the story at Historic Rosedale! Members and volunteers help preserve 200 years of history—and enjoy special perks such as free site visits, invitations to special events, and more. For more information on how you can join as a member or volunteer and help support Rosedale's mission, visit our website at https://www.historicrosedale.org/support-rosedale/. Join us and help make history come alive!

 

05/08/2026

Looking for a last-minute activity for tonight?  Join us at Historic Rosedale as we welcome Juwan Mass from the hit television series "Ghost Brothers" in an exclusive paranormal investigation!  A limited number of tickets are still available for both the VIP Meet at Greet at 6:00 pm and the house and grounds investigation starting at 7:00.  Visit our website at  https://www.simpletix.com/e/paranormal-investigation-with-juwan-mass-tickets-268944 to reserve your spot!