Museum of the Waxhaws

About Museum of the Waxhaws

The Museum of the Waxhaws in Waxhaw, North Carolina interprets regional history from the mid-18th century onward, including the lives of the Waxhaw Indians, European settlers who traveled the Great Wagon Road, and African slaves integral to the cotton economy. Visitors explore exhibits and a historic homestead on the museum grounds. The museum hosts living history events featuring musket firing demonstrations, artillery demonstrations, cavalry demonstrations, and battle reenactments that recreate scenes from the American Revolution. A seasonal haunted trail winds through wooded areas after dark. The museum operates on a limited weekly schedule. Admission is charged, with reduced rates for children under five. The museum serves school groups and organized visits throughout the week and welcomes families, history enthusiasts, and anyone interested in understanding the region's intercultural encounters and their lasting effects on local community identity.