Mount Holly Historical Society

Mount Holly Historical Society Welcome to the Mount Holly Historical Society! We encourage you to become a member and help us preserve the historic past of the Mt. Holly area. Main Street, Mt.

The Mount Holly Historical Society began as a discussion at the Mount Holly Book Club, a group with a 50+ year history, and a desire to bring together those who are interested in preserving Mount Holly's past. Thanks to their initial efforts and the help of many other people in and around Mount Holly, the MHHS became a reality on August 6, 2010. Initially, a meeting was held with representatives o

f the City of Mount Holly, and with their encouragement for the Society to become caretakers of the City's archives, the MHHS was formed. Since then our membership has grown to 100+ members and many friends who want to learn more about our local history and to help us begin "Understanding our Past, Today!"

Monthly meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday at our headquarters located in the former City Hall building at 131 S. Holly, NC 28120. Meetings are free and open MHHS members, guests, and to the public. Typical meeting format begins with a short business session and announcements followed by an interesting historical program and light refreshments and fellowship. Historical exhibits are on display before and after the meeting for meeting attendees to enjoy. The MHHS is also open for visitors every Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM, by appointment, and during downtown Mount Holly events. We welcome your visit!

Join us as we remember!
05/19/2026

Join us as we remember!

Virginia Hoffman,This is a picture of my Mama Hazel Herms Fortenberry born in 1911 and her brother Edgar Born in 1914 wh...
05/11/2026

Virginia Hoffman,

This is a picture of my Mama Hazel Herms Fortenberry born in 1911 and her brother Edgar Born in 1914 when they were living on Cramerton Mill Village in 1918 during the flu pandemic. She said people were sick and dying everywhere. They moved there when their house washed away at Mount Island in 1916, all they were able to save was her mom's sewing machine. They went to their grandpa's house Dutch Herms on Herms Avenue in Mount Holly. She said you could stand on his porch, see houses floating down the river with people on top hollering for help.

Shared by Virginia Hoffman through Gaston County NC Genealogy and Local history

Mark your calendars! You don’t want to miss this bizarre comical caper in 1876 and yes it is a true story!
05/11/2026

Mark your calendars! You don’t want to miss this bizarre comical caper in 1876 and yes it is a true story!

NOTICE! This program has been rescheduled for Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Please mark you calendars and plan to be there fo...
04/15/2026

NOTICE! This program has been rescheduled for Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Please mark you calendars and plan to be there for this incredible program.

You don't want to miss this program! Yes, it is a true story! There is some comedy in this bizarre caper back in the 1800's. Bring a friend with you.

You don't want to miss this program! Yes, it is a true story! There is some comedy in this bizarre caper back in the 18...
04/10/2026

You don't want to miss this program! Yes, it is a true story! There is some comedy in this bizarre caper back in the 1800's. Bring a friend with you.

03/23/2026

March program coming up soon! Come learn about Gaston County's Spencer Mountain and get an update on a new trail project which will soon provide public access to the summit for the first time! Invite your friends and neighbors! Mark your calendars!

Reminder! This program coming up tomorrow night! This could be interesting news for bikers and hikers!
03/23/2026

Reminder! This program coming up tomorrow night! This could be interesting news for bikers and hikers!

March program coming up soon! Come learn about Gaston County's Spencer Mountain and get an update on a new trail project which will soon provide public access to the summit for the first time! Invite your friends and neighbors! Mark your calendars!

Mark your calendars for our Annual Black History program. Coming up February 24th. Invite your friends and neighbors.
02/06/2026

Mark your calendars for our Annual Black History program. Coming up February 24th. Invite your friends and neighbors.

Reminder! This program is still on! Hope to see you there for this interesting program.
02/02/2026

Reminder! This program is still on! Hope to see you there for this interesting program.

Program is RESCHEDULED TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2026. Please come and invite a friend!

Address

414 E Central Avenue/PO Box 12
Mount Holly, NC
28120

Opening Hours

10am - 1pm

Telephone

(980) 277-1249

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