Hometown History Expo @ Pinecrest

Saturday, August 9, 2025 - 10:00am to 4:00pm


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Connect with local small museums, town historians, historical societies and genealogy groups. 

Enhance your visit with workshops (seating is first-come, first-served):

  • 11-11:30 a.m.: Research 101. Plat maps. Sanborn maps. City and county directories. Tax rolls. 
  • 12:45-1:15 p.m.: Preserving Family Treasures. From quilts to wedding dresses and family documents. Discover the museum’s archival methods and how you can apply these practices to your own family collection.
  • 2:30-3 p.m.: Storing, Archiving and Exhibiting on a Tight Budget. The basics of archiving materials and how to operate on a limited budget.

All the above is included in the cost of general admission:

  • Museum members: free
  • Adults: $15 
  • Seniors (62+): $13 
  • Youth (4–17): $10 
  • Children under 4: free

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