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The Textile Heritage Museum, situated in Glencoe, North Carolina, is a history museum that provides a deep dive into the textile industry and the life in mill towns in North Carolina and the American south. This museum offers a unique opportunity to understand the historical context and significance of the textile industry in the region.

Historical Significance of the Museum

The Textile Heritage Museum is located in the former management offices and company store, which were built in 1880. The museum is part of the Glencoe Mill Village Historic District, a site that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. This adds a layer of historical significance to the museum, making it a site of national importance.

Exhibits at the Museum

The exhibits at the Textile Heritage Museum include a Jacquard loom, machines used to create and lace punch cards, knitting machines, and raw materials. These exhibits provide a comprehensive understanding of textile production at the mill and other similar mills in the state.

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Textile Heritage Museum
2406 Glencoe Street, Burlington, North Carolina
27217-8892 Glen Raven
North Carolina

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
9:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
Thursday
9:00 – 17:00
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
Sunday Closed

The museum is closed during traditional government holidays to include New Year's, Martin Luther King, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas

Admission

Normal rateFree

The Textile Heritage Museum is a 501-C3 non profit operation and is free to the public, but donations help sustain the museum operations and programs.

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
Museum shop
Parking
Child-friendly

Location & Map

2406 Glencoe Street, Burlington, North Carolina, Glen Raven

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