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ET & WNC Caboose 505.

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   There's much to see here. So, take your time, look around, and learn all there is to know about us. We hope you enjoy our site and will tell your friends about us.  Call or drop us a line if we can be of assistance.

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Purpose

A Look At the Past

A Look At the Past

 The Museum's purpose is to collect, preserve and display  information, photographs and artifacts about people, events, and places that make up the history of Avery County, North Carolina and the surrounding Toe River Valley area.  Our intent is to provide information to those seeking to learn more about our rich history, or their own local ancestral roots.

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A Look At the Past

A Look At the Past

A Look At the Past

Memorabilia, family histories, books, interesting exhibits, genealogical research room, 1912 Avery County Jail, 1780s Smokehouse, 1917 Linville Depot,  1926 ET&WNC RR Caboose 505.

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Come Explore

A Look At the Past

Come Explore

1829 Schultz Circle

Newland, NC 28657


The Avery County Historical Museum is housed in the old Avery County Jail, built in 1912 and set aside as a museum by the County Commissioners in 1976.

You are invited to visit the Museum not only to view the historical items on display but also to explore the research room.  There are hundreds of books and papers to aid in research of family genealogies, places and subjects in Avery County & surrounding counties.


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Photo Gallery

The old school bell was used to announce the beginning of the day, to announce recess, to bring stud

Membership

The Avery County Historical Museum, Depot, and ET & WNC Caboose 505 are staffed by volunteers, starting with the Board of Directors who make policy, raise money and see that the attractions are staffed and  open for all to enjoy.    We depend on an annual membership drive to help with operations of our attractions.  Annual membership is $25/person; $____/family and _______.    An application can be found on the "Forms" page and printed by pressing the button.  Please filled out and mail to us along with your check. 

Contact Us

Better yet, see us in person!

We love having visitors, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.

Avery County Museum

1829 Schultz Circle, Newland, North Carolina 28657, United States

828-733-7111

Hours

Winter schedule is Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

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Avery County Museum

1829 Schultz Circle, Newland, North Carolina 28657, United States

828 733 7111

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