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The Apex Historical Society shares a common bond with many similar organizations around the local area, state and nation to work toward discovering and preserving historical information about how our communities began and help retain the character of earlier times as our society evolves.
A number of those organizations are listed here to provide provide insight to our neighboring communities and their activities. |
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 Apex Historical Society - In October, 1987, the Apex Historical Society was formed to capture and preserve history from the towns colorful past as a small, rural settlement and insure the character of that early time remains a part of the rapidly evolving community of today and help guide its future progress. Officially chartered in March, 1988, the Apex Historical Society has grown to include both new and long time residents with the same vision and purpose. Read more...
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 Wake County Historical Society - The WCHS was formed in 1957 to help preserve the history of Wake County and educate people on important events that happened in Wake and surrounding counties. The premise for forming the Society was that If one appreciates the past, they will be better able to understand the present. Read more...
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 Capital Area Preservation - As Wake County's non-profit historic preservation organization, Capital Area Preservation (CAP) works to secure a place for historic resources in Wake County's future through programs of protection, promotion and education. Read more...
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 Historic Oakwood - Oakwood is a nineteenth century neighborhood and historic district located near downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. The neighborhood includes hundreds of homes in a variety of architectural styles, many of which have been painstakingly restored and preserved to maintain their original stature and beauty. Sidewalks and trees line the quiet streets, making it an ideal place for a walking tour during an afternoon visit. Read more...
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 The Chatham County Historical Association is a non-profit corporation consisting of people interested in preserving and communicating the history of Chatham County, North Carolina. Read more... |
 The Chapel Hill Historical Society is located at the Boundary Street entrance of the Chapel Hill Museum, 523 East Franklin Street, in the Historic District near the campus and downtown area. The name Chapel Hill Historical Society suggests a focus upon the town of Chapel Hill, but the organization actually is equally concerned with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, for the two are inseparable. Read more... |
 Preservation Durham - Preservation Durham's mission is to preserve the history,
architecture, and cultural heritage of Durham and Durham County
and to serve as an institution for the education of citizens
through promotion and appreciation of this heritage.
Founded in 1974 as the Historic Preservation Society of Durham,
Preservation Durham has achieved a regional reputation as one
of North Carolina's outstanding historic preservation non-profits. . Read more... |
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 North Carolina Office of Archives & History - The North Carolina Office of Archives and History collects, preserves, and utilizes the state's historic resources so that present and future residents may better understand their history. The office safeguards documentary and material evidence of past generations for the education of all citizens and the protection of their democratic rights. Read more... |
Regional
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 Anson County Historical society - The Anson County Historical Society was formed in the 1950’s by a group of Ansonians interested in preserving the heritage of Anson County. The The society's funding is generally used for maintenance and upkeep of The Boggan-Hammond House and the Alexander-Little Wing furnished with period furniture and other artifacts representing everyday life in the late 1700’s and early to mid 1800’s. Read more... |
 Ashe County Historical Society - The Ashe County Historical Society, organized in 1983, is guided by its mission to preserve, collect, present, and promote the rich history of the Ashe County area. The society motto is: "Preserving Our Past for Your Future." All interested persons are welcome to join us in our endeavors to preserve Ashe County’s "yesterday". Read more... |
 Cashiers Historical Society - The Mission ofthe Cashiers Historical Society is to preserve and interpret the Zachary-Tolbert House and Cashiers Valley in order to inspire discovery and appreciation of our past as guidance for the future. Read more... |
 Harnett Historical Association -
The mission of the Harnett Historical Association is to find and save historical properties from destruction and turn them into examples of various periods in the the area's history at venues throughout the county. Read more... |
 Highlands Historical Society - In 1979 a small group of Highlands residents shared a concern for the history of the town - the area was changing rapidly and historic structures were disappearing. The citizens formed the Highlands Historical Preservation Society, Inc., a non-profit organization, which unfortunately fell into inactivity. In 1999 it was reactivated as the Highlands Historical Society, Inc. for the same reasons it was originally formed. By 2000 the new society bought for the oldest house still standing in Highlands for its home and by 2002 was honored by the North Carolina Society of Historians for its progress as an an active society intent on preserving and promoting the heritage of Highlands. Read more... |
 Kelly Historical Society -
Kelly is a small rural community in eastern North Carolina, almost in the "toe" of Bladen County. The Cape Fear River creates its boundary line on the south, flowing from mid-state into the Atlantic Ocean. One Saturday afternoon in the Fall of 2003, "Richard" and "Linda" happened to meet at the local dumpster. Linda said, "Richard, do you ever think about organizing a historical society in the Kelly area?" Richard replied, "All the time! Let's call a meeting and see if we can get things started.". Read more... |
 Lawndale Historical Society - The Lawndale Historical Society was formed in 1993 and the Museum on the old Piedmont School grounds was dedicated in 1995. Located on the grounds of the former Piedmont School, the Lawndale Historical Museum preserves the community and family history of Lawndale and Upper Cleveland County. Exhibits include documents, photographs, and artifacts focusing on Cleveland Mills, the Piedmont School, and the residents of Lawndale. Read more... |
 Macon County Historical Society & Museum - The Macon County Historical Society was born out of a concern for and desire to preserve the Nikwasi Indian Mound in Franklin, NC. Formed in 1946, the Society successfully raised funds to purchase the mound and then deeded it in trust to the town of Franklin. Read more... |
 Pitt County Historical Society - A nonprofit association whose mission is to preserve and increase awareness of the history of Pitt County. Read more...
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 The Lower Cape Fear Historical Society was founded in 1956 and is dedicated to the preservation and study of history in the Lower Cape Fear region. Its activities include restoration and exhibition of the Latimer House, a Victorian Italianate upper-class merchant's house in Wilmington's Historic District; the upkeep of the Society archives containing a wealth of local historic documents and publications; and a plethora of events, lectures, programs, and exhibits. The Society also sponsors walking tours of downtown Wilmington. Read more... |
 Stokes County Historical Society - The Stokes County Historical Society was established in 1968 to:
Study the history of Stokes County;
Collect, preserve, and display papers, books, relics, and other items of historical interest;
Acquire and manage real estate and personal property of an historical nature; and
Provide for the marking and preservation of historical sites and buildings. Read more... |
 Collettesville Historical Society - The village of Collettsville is located in the foot hills of western North Carolina in northwestern Caldwell County. The town is at the confluence of Mulberry Creek and Johns River. This neck of the woods covers the northwestern section of Caldwell County from Wilson Creek, including Johns River to Mulberry Creek. The area was settled, beginning in the late 1750's and 1760's by Scot-Irish, Germans and other nationalities. Read more... |
National
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 The Moravian Historical Society - One of the oldest historical societies in Pennsylvania, the Moravian Historical Society was established in 1857 to preserve the history of the Moravian Church. The founding members wished to preserve the church's history and customs which they feared might be forgotten. The society's mission is to present the story of the Moravian Church and its contributions to American history and culture. Read more... |
