Matthews Historical Foundation

04/23/2026

Our 3rd Annual Fine Art and Craft Show begins tomorrow evening at The Reid House.

Join us Friday, April 24 from 5:30–8:00 PM for a special evening meeting the artists inside this beautiful historic home and gardens. Enjoy appetizers and drinks, generously provided by the Matthews Historical Foundation.

Donations are encouraged to support the Reid House and the Matthews Heritage Museum.

Sponsored by Weaver, Bennett & Bland, P.A. and the Matthews Historical Foundation.

04/04/2026

Join us on April 18 for another Headstone Cleaning at Historic Matthews Cemetery. We're proud to partner with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission and Christ Covenant Church for this special day of service.

Interested in joining us? Register here: https://publicinput.com/V61268

03/27/2026

📬 Our latest newsletter is here!

Catch up on what's happening with the Matthews Historical Foundation and Matthews Heritage Museum. Join us for our next headstone cleaning, mark your calendar for the 3rd Annual Fine Art and Craft Show, and see how we're bringing local history to life.

Read it here:https://matthewsheritagemuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/foundations-newsletter-volume-1-issue-1-2026.pdf

03/12/2026

We are honored to be the caretakers of The Reid House since 1987.

The Nancy Reid House is a ca. 1890 late Victorian/Queen Anne style cottage located at 134 W. John Street, in the center of the Town of Matthews, NC - Government business district.

The house is named for the youngest daughter of Dr. Thomas Neely Reid and Mrs. Ellen Reid. Nancy Reid was born in this house in 1898 and lived there until her death in 1986. She was well-educated and served as a teacher for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools for approximately 30 years. After Nancy's death, her family donated the house to the Matthews Historical Foundation, where it's currently available for special events.

For more on the history of the Nancy Reid House: https://meck.co/3K0JIae

02/02/2026

12/28/2025

Photos from our Annual Holiday Fundraiser - December 2025

12/11/2025

We look forward to seeing you tonight for our 4th Annual Holiday Party at the Historic Reid House! 🎄 The Reid House is beautifully decorated for the season, creating the perfect backdrop to celebrate the holidays with the community. Enjoy festive music, delicious refreshments, and the warmth of gathering with friends old and new.

12/11/2025

Be sure to visit Novant Health Matthews Medical Center this season to see all of the beautiful trees during their 17th Annual Festival of Trees! 🎄

10/07/2025

Thank you to everyone who volunteered for this special event at Historic Matthews Cemetery! 💚