May brings two new exhibits to the Richmond-Miles Museum. The first is an exhibit dedicated to Mother’s Day which includes several items specific to Caswell County that showcase artifacts that were used, made or given to honor a mother’s influence, family bonds and dedication. Now celebrated annually in the United States, Mother’s Day is…
Opening Day April 1 was opening day for Major League Baseball and the Richmond-Miles Museum has a new exhibit this month to showcase baseball in Caswell County. Baseball in the U.S. is known as “Americas Pastime” with the first recorded contest taking place in 1846. Baseball has a storied past continuing to the present where…
Richmond-Miles Museum In observance of Women’s History Month, the Richmond-Miles Museum is joining others such as the Library of Congress and Smithsonian Institution in commemorating, celebrating and observing the role of women throughout history. A new exhibit is on display at the museum for the month of March that highlights the accomplishments of several women…
New Exhibit Richmond-Miles Museum In observance of Black History Month a new exhibit is on display at the museum for the month of February. This exhibit highlights the accomplishments of several members of the Caswell County community at different periods of history. The exhibit includes Thomas Day, referred to as “probably the most famous craftsman…
On Veterans Day, November 11, 2020 the long-awaited, 100% privately funded Veterans Memorial was dedicated. In spite of less than ideal weather, over 300 people attended the touching ceremony. The National Anthem was movingly sung by Naomi Totten as part of the opening. Presenting were NC State Senator Phil Berger, Sr., Secretary of NC Department…