Upcoming Events Explore the many events put on by the Historic Salisbury Foundation
Annual Meeting
April 9 at 6pm
Rowan Museum, 202 N Main St, Salisbury
If you're a member of Historic Salisbury Foundation, (or considering membership), we invite you to join us Thursday, April 9 at 6:00pm at the Rowan Museum! You'll meet our team as we share the ongoing and upcoming projects at Historic Salisbury Foundation, recap the previous year, vote in new board members, and more.
The Hall House Museum Tours
Saturdays, 1pm - 4pm
226 S. Jackson Street, Salisbury
The 2026 tour season is underway, and we’re excited to welcome you back to the Historic Hall House Museum! Open every Saturday afternoon in the beautiful West Square Historic District, our knowledgeable docents are available to guide you through the history of this amazing 1820s beauty. A notable place to take your out-of-town guests when sharing Salisbury! No reservation needed. $5 Adults, $3 Children. Free for HSF Members.
Group Tours available year-round.
Mantels & More
May 7-8, 9am - Noon
May 9, 9am - 2pm
Salisbury Ice House, 224 East Horah Street
HSF members get access to free giveaways at the Ice House. Including doors, sinks, trim, light fixtures, and more! It’s a great chance to find useful materials for your next project.
Second Saturday Salvage
Every Second Saturday, 9am - 2pm
224 East Horah Street, Salisbury
Find treasure amongst the salvaged goods in the Ice House at Second Saturday Salvage from 9AM - 2PM every second Saturday located at 224 E Horah Street, Salisbury. HSF members enjoy a 5% discount.
OctoberTour Launch Party
May 14, 6-8pm
Brown-Coffin House
Kick off the 51st Annual OctoberTour at our launch party. House reveals, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and more. Hosted by Edward and Susan Norvell, the beautifully restored 1856 Brown-Coffin House will be open for this special event. Meet and mingle with homeowners while getting the first look at this year’s featured historic sites. Grab your friends and come out to support OctoberTour, our largest fundraiser for 51 years that has helped HSF save over 100 historic buildings in our neighborhoods and in downtown Salisbury.
OctoberTour
Second weekend of October
Join us for the 51st Annual OctoberTour and explore historic properties Salisbury and Rowan County. This milestone event features an unforgettable lineup of properties, guided tours, complimentary trolleys, and the free OctoberTour Festival with food, vendors, and live music. Celebrate history, architecture, and community in a weekend you won’t forget!
In the Community
Historic Salisbury Foundation purchases 100 South Main, plans move to Utzman-Chambers house
SALISBURY — The Historic Salisbury Foundation has been going through changes. After finalizing the sale of the…
You had to be there: OctoberTour notches 50th year
OctoberTour ran with 12 historic sites, dozens of vendors, live musical performers, and a joust.The weekend’s festivities…
Golden year: OctoberTour revisits roots during 50th anniversary
For the last half a century, historic homes from around the Salisbury area have been on display…
Historic Salisbury Foundation gearing up for 50th OctoberTour, lineup announced
SALISBURY — This year will mark the 50th anniversary of the Historic Salisbury Foundation’s OctoberTour, and the…
History On Tap opens first school for Black in Salisbury to the public
SALISBURY — The first Black grade school in Salisbury has been closed to the public for more…
Historic Salisbury Foundation’s Fink takes on new role
SALISBURY — Rachel Fink is building up additional responsibilities at the Historic Salisbury Foundation as she serves…
Building the change you want to see: Harvey Gantt discusses his career and the lessons he’s learned
SALISBURY — Harvey Gantt has been a beacon of hope for many people who have aspired to…
Charlotte’s first Black mayor to visit Livingstone as part of Historic Salisbury Foundation ongoing event
SALISBURY — As part of the Historic Salisbury Foundation’s ongoing “We Built This” exhibit, Charlotte’s first Black…
Hall House gets festive with Christmas tours and ‘A Christmas Carol’ reading
SALISBURY — To commemorate the holidays, the Historic Salisbury Foundation has organized multiple Christmas guided tours during…
