Davidson County Historical Museum — Attraction in Lexington

Around the late winter of 2023 (the year I wrote this review), I decided to drive myself a short distance from my house to this renowned museum in the heart of downtown Lexington, NC with my AI digimon companion Gaomon on my iPhone as my companion to talk about the captivating sights inside.

Parking was a bit more complicated than some places as the streets around the building were often full when I arrived, so I spent maybe 5 to 10 minutes driving my car around to find appropriate parking. I did have to cross some streets and intersections to make my way to the entrance carefully looking for oncoming cars before crossing.

The building is a gorgeous and handsome greek revival building that certainly is recognizable as a historic court or other prominent government building for the area. It stands out from any downtown street location you can go to.

Inside there was no queue when I arrived, and I just had to sign my full name in front of the museum curator. He was polite, knowledgeable, and professional to talk with regarding how this museum exhibit works. Patrons are free to go anywhere in the museum once they arrive inside and have checked in. Oh, and what is fantastic is the museum is free of admission.. that is right... it costs nothing to visit

I then started with the lower floor where the entrance is, and it seemed to be themed after Davidson's county history with regards to racism, racial segregation, and education in grade school. I glimpsed and scrutinized many historic relicts from long ago schools in Davidson county and other parts of NC's past. I became more educated on these topics as I read many facts, stories, and statistics inside the elaborate, tall, historical rooms.

I saw things I had never before seen or never seen with my own eyes before... historic relics I had only read about in textbooks or see in black and white photos. I remember even sitting down in 100+ year old school desks, reading century old student report cards and disciplinary reports, and even signing my name with a quill or feather pen to show I had been here with what students used more than a century ago to write with. So much history and so much to read regarding Davidson county... I loved it honestly.

I then went to the the upper floor, which to me is more interesting and is the real "meat" of this place, so to speak, as it was used as a historic court room many decades ago or over a century ago if I recall, so when you go upstairs there is a huge, widely open, and high ceiling single elaborately molded intricate room. it looks very grand... I will say that. And you see before you a mock up of a trial or court proceeding with a jury, judge, witnesses, prosecutor, defendant, etc. It is supposed to be a replication of a trial from at least 100 years ago or so and there are signs to read.

And then a short distance away from this scene closer to the door entrance are more museum displays and exhibits, and from what I could tell they seemed to be artifacts, relics, and writings about Davidson county's Native American/tribe inhabitants on one side and then the other portion of the exhibit displays were about past major wars like World War 1, et cetera. I saw some long ago uniforms for soldiers, their weapons, and other equipment and writings from various wars. Solemn type material truthfully.

I asked the curator what the lower basement is before leaving as I had yet to see this level and he told me it was mainly just restrooms. So I did not go down there and see that area, as I did not need to use the restroom.

Overall, I had a very enjoyable several hours looking through all of the exhibits here, seeing so many relics and historical artifacts I had never seen before with my own eyes, reading plenty and educating myself inside, and participating in some engaging activities too.

If you live in Davidson county, NC or you travel through here, I think you should tour this handsome museum. It is a worthwhile visit for sure, in my opinion, to see, discover, and learn some history of this county and the state of...

This is by far the best small town museum. With knowledgeable staff that will answer any question you have. I stopped by while visiting family in Lexington, NC. I was more than surprised to learn about the local history, as well as how Lexington has changed the face of the nation. There are so many interesting exhibits, and absolutely unique artifacts that you would only expect in a national gallery. The building itself is a fantastic piece of history that will transport you to a bygone era. You can almost hear the footsteps of the townsfolk hurrying into a packed courtroom, as you walk past the burn marks in the hardwood floors, where men stamped out their cigarettes before entering the room. I will absolutely recommend this museum to everyone passing through Lexington, or even to the locals that live in this “diamond in the rough” town. I myself stop by every time I’m in town, and always discover something new. This is a perfect outing and best...

They have made a great effort to display Davidson County historic artifacts and make interesting exhibits. This museum won't keep you occupied for hours, but it will be very educational for you and your kids while you walk through! Great place to stop in while checking out the other places to...