Museums heritage MUSEUM
Some may call the Transylvania Heritage Museum the“ best kept secret in Brevard.”
But it’ s no secret that the vintage house built by Thomas England over a century ago suitably encapsulates this museum – a unique slice of Brevard’ s history preserved for all to see and enjoy.
The museum, free and open to all, is located at 189 W. Main St. and this year it will feature a powerful new exhibit celebrating America’ s 250th anniversary. Discover how Revolutionary War veterans, including local Transylvania County patriots, carried the spirit of liberty from battlefields into the rugged Appalachian frontier. Through artifacts, stories, and hands-on experiences— including the Revolution Era Garden— explore the journey from conflict to community in the mountains. The museum also offers guided walking tours. Museum hours are Thursday through Saturday, from noon to 4 p. m.
For more information, visit transylvaniaheritage. org or call( 828) 884-2347.
Also associated with the Transylvania Heritage Museum – a look at the past can be enjoyed at the Silvermont Mansion on Thursday and Friday afternoons, when the second floor, which has been preserved with the actual furnishings of the Silversteen family, is open for visitors.
The Silversteens were very instrumental in the development of Brevard.
The Silvermont Second Floor House Museum is open on Thursday from 9:30 a. m. to 11 a. m. and on Friday from 1 p. m. until 3:30 p. m.
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