Our Place In History
Beginning its eighth season, this course provides a factual, well-rounded and entertaining romp through the history of Rowan County and Salisbury. Participants will develop strong personal contacts as well as reference guides to encourage and enable further casual reading or serious research. The class series also makes a great gift for that person who has an interest in history and gift certificates are available.
The 2017 History Course will take place each Thursday evening for thirteen weeks, from February 2 until May 4, 7:00-8:30, with Easter week off.
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Behind-the-scenes tours of six historic sites and presentations by local experts will leave all participants with a greater knowledge of the area in which we live. Classes include information on Native Americans, early pioneers, the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and into modern times! The basic text is "Rowan County... A Brief History" by James S. Brawley. It is available at the Rowan Public Library, or on CD at the class for $10.
Make your reservation by calling 704-636-0103 or by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Newcomers (1st year in Rowan County) are $20. Members of Historic Salisbury Foundation or Rowan Museum pay $25, non-members $30 each.
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Week 1 - Time Before Rowan County (Part One)
Week 1 - Time Before Rowan County (Part Two)
Week 4 - 1799-1839 & Marshall Ney
Week 5 - Steele House Tour & History Room Tour
Week 6 - 1839-1860 Social Custom & Gold Mining
Week 7 - Civil War Years HANDOUT: Looking Into The Salisbury Confederate Prison
Week 8 - China Grove Roller Mill Tour
Weeks 12 & 13 - Postcards, Sparks Circus, 1930 to the Present