In 2026, America will celebrate its 250th anniversary! As a way to honor this occasion, the Historical Society of Mount Airy will have a special exhibit detailing the Town’s role in the U.S. Civil War. Come to the museum to see a variety of exciting artifacts, displays, and information on Mount Airy's role in the American Civil War.
Even more exciting, this exhibit will host its soft opening beginning December 20-21, 2025! Come out to the Mount Airy Museum Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. at 1 N. Main St. to see all the hard work the volunteers have been putting in.
The exhibit will be open for all of 2026 so don’t miss out on a chance to see this extraordinary display,
Below is a sampling of what you will see!

Soldiers marching

Civil War News

Interactive diorama

Telegraph equipment

Pepperbox Pistol



Items found at Pine Grove

Period clothing

Intrepid balloon
Drummer at Pine Grove

Minie Balls

Calvary at Pine Grove

Canteen
Calvary saber
