Fuquay-Varina Museums

06/03/2026

Thank you to the Adcock descendants who toured on June 1 following their family reunion. Their grandparents actually lived in the Daughtry House which was located where the parking lot in front of our School house museum is now. Mrs. Daughtry taught
school. The old dogwood tree which stood there was between her house and the Ashworth's house.
Curtis Holleman also lives in the Daughtry House?
Are there others we don't know about?

05/30/2026

Take a look at highlights from "50 Years of Local Fuquay-Varina Sponsors, Coaches, and Players", J. G. Baker's scrapbook of community involvement. https://fuquay-varina-museums.org/historically-speaking/

05/29/2026

THE FRIENDS OF THE MUSEUMS ALSO WISH TO THANK JOHN HOLLOWAY FOR DONATION OF TIME AND SKILL IN PAINTING THE OLD POST OFFICE.
JEANETTE MOORE-BURLOCK AND FAIRWAY PRINTING IS NOTED FOR PUBLICITY BANNERS AND POSTERS. AGAIN, ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE WELCOME!

05/29/2026

The Friends of the Museums do want the public to know that the "History of Fuquay-Varina" written for our 2009 Centennial by
Shirley Hayes and Shirley Simmons is still available in print at the museums. Come by 131 S. Fuquay Ave during public openings or
let us know on the web site if a copy is desired. AT $25 each, the museums do not really make profit but we are happy to have this
third printing still available.

05/29/2026

The Friends of the Museums express their deep appreciation to docent Eric Christofferson and his helper Elias Downing for their diligent work on repairs and painting at the Ashworth Historic Park. If you visit, note the new paint on the Post Office and the School House. Soon you will see new chinking in the old play house. Special thanks for advice and expertise from Charles McLaurin to the crew.
Our FV Museums are a non profit, volunteer group and we are always grateful for volunteers!

05/27/2026

The Fuquay-Varina Museums are open for
public tours on Monday mornings at 10:00 and Wednesday afternoons at 1:00/ During the summer we try to accommodate family groups at their convenience. We are welcoming the Adcock Family on June 1.

05/05/2026

Wonderful program for FVHS 50th Celebration. Mr. James and the entire staff deserve high praise for a special day in a special year of activity. The wonderful closing "School Song" by the choral group was magical! Thank you all of FVHS for this day!

At the Museums:
Heritage Day program had to be cancelled because of the much needed rain. We will see how to recognize these groups later.

04/19/2026

REMINDER TO ALL: HERITAGE DAY AT THE MUSEUMS WILL BE MAY 2.
Please plan to come with your family for lunch with Daddy D's food truck at 11:00, then tour the museums at 11:45 opening, and stay for the program "Historical Recognition" at 1:00 p.m.

04/13/2026

Headline Highlights: America 250 NC in the News
As we prepare for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the articles below highlight how we spark conversation, connect communities, support projects, and honor our collective past.
George Washington ‘First Oval Office Project’ comes to Tryon Palace for America 250
Patriots of the American Revolution plaque dedication set
First Oval Office Project at Tryon Palace for America 250
Explore North Carolina’s early transportation story during America 250 Presentation Series
George Washington’s “First Oval Office” Coming to North Carolina for America 250
Alamance Battleground celebrates 250 years of independence
Students in schools across Halifax County celebrate: Hold NC's Largest Birthday Party for America's 250th
"First Oval Office Project" will set up camp at Tryon Palace as part of America 250 celebration
Dare A250 Faire to Be Held in downtown Manteo April 18
Rockingham County Launches America 250 Digital Experience on Visit RoCo Website
Tea parties too: Edenton, Wilmington women protested tax
Tryon Palace displays replica of Washington’s Revolutionary War tent for America’s 250th
'First Oval Office Project' comes to Tryon Palace
Online exhibit about NC’s first governor launched by Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
North Carolina’s Halifax Resolves will be back home for America250 celebration
America’s first call for independence returning to Halifax for first time since 1776
Halifax Resolves return to NC for temporary display
Governor announces Halifax Resolves to return to N.C. for first time since 1776
Historic Halifax groups to host Longview commemoration event
Digital exhibit about North Carolina's first governor launched

04/11/2026