Housed in the restored 1904 Courthouse on Main Street in Jefferson, North Carolina, the Museum of Ashe County History tells Ashe County’s stories through objects that connect you with the people who lived them. The tools, clothes, furniture, and home wares folks used every day help us understand the struggles and triumphs that built the community we live in now. Weapons, uniforms, personal gear and war souvenirs remind us of the service and sacrifice of Ashe County veterans. A beautiful HO-scale layout of a portion of the “Virginia Creeper” railroad gives a bird’s-eye view of the little rail that served the county for almost a hundred years, hauling timber, freight, and passengers over Whitetop Mountain, the highest point served by passenger rail in the eastern U.S. Visitors, families, and school groups are welcome, and there is no charge for admission.
Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Closed Sunday and Monday.
Hours of operation and fees are subject to change. Contact directly for the most current information.
