The History Museum of Burke County

The History Museum of Burke County Burke History Museum is dedicated to preserving and displaying items of historical significance from Come visit us and witness the history of Burke County.

The History Museum of Burke County promotes the collection, preservation and display of artifacts, documents and items representative of Burke County Heritage. The Museum has over 18,000 items donated from friends, family members and descendants of the area.

06/11/2026

Welcome to our NEW Claude & Jo Sitton Education Center here at HMBC!

06/11/2026

Join us as ❇️NEW❇️ Education Director, Bethany, hosts her first HMBC community event called 'Mixed-Media-Mapping'!
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June 27th from 12:30-2:30 ~

06/11/2026

ASL staff assistance available here at HMBC! All deaf and hard of hearing are welcome to come and enjoy our first education center community event, 'Mixed-Media-Mapping'!🗺️ Come see us June 27, 12:30-2:30~

06/06/2026

Meet our ❇️NEW❇️ Curator, Corwin, as he walks us through his favorite room at the museum, 'The Morganton News Herald | morganton.com Archives'
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Looking for fun things to do with your kids?Check out what we have planned for June.
06/04/2026

Looking for fun things to do with your kids?Check out what we have planned for June.

Join us on Thursday, May 28 at 10:00 AM for a special Coffee at the Museum in the Claude and Jo Sitton Education Center....
05/15/2026

Join us on Thursday, May 28 at 10:00 AM for a special Coffee at the Museum in the Claude and Jo Sitton Education Center.
This month, we're honored to host Erin Kizer and Meredith Maiken from The Industrial Commons, an organization leading the charge in rebuilding our manufacturing legacy while creating equitable economic opportunities across our region.
They'll also explore how infrastructure planning and land conservation play a vital role in rooting wealth locally and strengthening communities for generations.
A powerful conversation you won't want to miss.
Burke County Public LibraryGrace RidgeBurke Arts CouncilBurke County Chamber of CommerceBurke County Public Schools

04/28/2026

The History Museum is looking for volunteers. Are you a history buff or someone who enjoys talking with people? We are in need of some tour guides. We will train you. If you love Burke County, this is the place for you. We ask that you be available 1 day week for just 3 hours. If your bilingual that is fantastic but not a requirement. We are also in need of someone who can do lawn maintenance one day a week, all tools provided. Are you a handyman/woman who can do small fix it jobs, come on down, we would love to talk with you as well. Great for retirees, school public service requirements, looks great ons college applications. Call us at 828-437-1777 or come see us at 201 W. Meeting Street.

We’re looking forward to seeing you this Thursday, April 23 at 10 AM for Coffee at the Museum!Dan Hoyle, president of Gr...
04/21/2026

We’re looking forward to seeing you this Thursday, April 23 at 10 AM for Coffee at the Museum!
Dan Hoyle, president of Grow with Drexel, will be sharing how their team is working hand‑in‑hand with the Town of Drexel and local partners to build a stronger community.

Come for the coffee, stay for the conversation — and leave inspired by what’s possible when people work together.

Grow with Drexel Burke County Chamber of Commerce Grace Ridge The Paper Media Morganton News Herald | morganton.com Downtown Morganton, North Carolina Burke County Public Library

03/24/2026

Don't Forget- this Thursday, March 26th, at 10:00 am, Mr. Danny Scalise, Health Director of Burke County, will be our guest speaker.

Mr. Scalise will walk us through Burke County’s latest Community Health Assessment, a comprehensive report that
examines community health across key areas, such as demographics, social determinants, clinical care, behavioral and mental health, older adult needs, and environmental factors.

He will highlight both areas of success and areas of concern based on data and community feedback

He will also provide an update on Burke County’s first reported measles case last month, offering insight into what this means for our community and how public health teams respond.

Please plan to attend this important discussion to get the latest, accurate information, direct from the source.

Admission is free. See you there!

Address

201 W Meeting Street
Morganton, NC
28655

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+18284371777

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