The High Point Museum, just a few miles down the road from Greensboro, is one of Guilford County's little treasures. The museum houses an array of permanent and temporary exhibits, from an interactive display about the life of jazz musician John Coltrane, to an historical timeline of the High Point end of Guilford County; to a chair exhibit and display about the making of furniture. On property is an historical park with two houses, one from 1786 and another in 1801, and costumed interpreters providing living history demonstrations and guided tours of the grounds.
In the photo above, shared with the Monochrome Weekly crowd, we see one of the interpreters quilting. She is living her dream at work, home, and at school. She is studying history in college and works at the museum interpreting the past. If you have the time and interest, she and her mom, also an interpreter at the museum, will fill you with information about colonial times and everything authentic to the area. They also have great expertise in genealogy, know how to sew authentic period costumes, and, in their spare time, the participate in historical reenactments. Also on property is a blacksmith shop and, on certain days, a blacksmith providing demonstrations.
This museum and the people working there are invaluable assets to Guilford County. Perhaps best of all, the entrance is free. Check the schedule before going to know what will be going on when you plan to visit.
And it's all free? Too good to be true.
Posted by: Dina | Monday, July 13, 2009 at 06:32 AM
A stitch in time . . . . looks like an interesting museum!
Posted by: leif hagen | Monday, July 13, 2009 at 07:19 AM
Yes, we do have agood bunch, don't we.
There was an error in your Linky URL which I have corrected.
A dream of a job, as you say.
Posted by: Aileni | Monday, July 13, 2009 at 08:04 AM
Quilting is a mystery for me - it is so beautiful and gives such a feeling of being nice and cozy, wrapped up and at home! Very interesting! I didn't know about the museum - passed High Point few times on my way to Charlotte. The only thing I knew was - it is Fantasia Barino's home town! I like history museums - it is much more interesting to see actual people presenting the crafts. Her outfit is very beautiful!
Posted by: Ellie | Monday, July 13, 2009 at 09:36 AM
Interesting post and a great shot. This shot looks like it is a slice of history not a contemporary shot of a quilter. I love the feel of it.
Posted by: Carver | Monday, July 13, 2009 at 11:06 AM
Wonderful portrait . it tells a story, my fav sort of shot
Posted by: Daryl | Monday, July 13, 2009 at 11:10 AM
Thanks for posting such a beautiful photo. The High Point Museum is a local history museum and invite the entire community to visit. I've linked it our facebook page. Thanks again and let me know if I can be of assitance.
Teresa Loflin - Community Relations Director High Point Museum.
Posted by: Teresa Loflin | Monday, July 13, 2009 at 11:15 AM
I LOVE this portrait!
It tells a story..
Amazing!
Posted by: Anna | Monday, July 13, 2009 at 01:52 PM
Beautiful portrait. Thanks, too, for the fine commentary!
Posted by: Jacob | Monday, July 13, 2009 at 09:38 PM
Beautiful subject for monochrome. The white of her cap and blouse really stand out. I also like the old bed in the background . . . completes the scene
Posted by: slim | Monday, July 13, 2009 at 10:49 PM
Great place for b+w photos. This shot is wonderful and could have been taken anytime in the last 100 years.
Posted by: Clueless in Boston | Monday, July 13, 2009 at 11:38 PM
I like the tone to this scene. It has that old feel thanks to the black and white, but the scene also feels ...happy or so due to the light. The bed is also a nice touch.
Posted by: Bryan | Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at 12:05 PM