Explore the lives of Greenbrier Valley residents at the North House Museum. Built in 1820, the North House was the home of local lawyer John North and his wife Charlotte for more than a decade before becoming James Frazier’s Star Tavern and Inn. At the turn of the 20th century, the North House became the home of Dr. Robert Telford, President of the Greenbrier College for Women. The Greenbrier Historical Society has operated within the North House since 1976 and has owned the building since 1994.
Today, the museum’s permanent displays and temporary exhibits feature items from across the Greenbrier Valley, including the training saddle of General Robert E. Lee’s horse, Traveller, an 18th century covered wagon, Civil War artifacts, the Doris Caldwell dioramas, and original items from the North family. From early settlements to the Civil War and beyond, the lives of everyday Americans can be experienced at the North House Museum.
Today, the museum’s permanent displays and temporary exhibits feature items from across the Greenbrier Valley, including the training saddle of General Robert E. Lee’s horse, Traveller, an 18th century covered wagon, Civil War artifacts, the Doris Caldwell dioramas, and original items from the North family. From early settlements to the Civil War and beyond, the lives of everyday Americans can be experienced at the North House Museum.
If you are participating in safer at home practices or are a far away friend and cannot attend the museum in person we encourage you to visit our online exhibits:
Tours
The North House has two exhibits that are self-guided: Echoes of Slavery in Greenbrier County and our Edward Beyer Lithograph exhibit. The rest of the museum requires a guided tour to view.
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Guided Tour of the North House Museum:
Tours of the North House Museum are available Monday through Saturday by appointment only. Tours will be offered on the hour and last about 45 minutes, with the first tour at 10 am and the last tour at 3 pm. We request that you wear a mask--if you don't have one of your own, you're welcome to take a complimentary mask at the front desk. Our staff is implementing recommended disinfecting practices and will practice social distancing during the tour. At this time, we ask for groups of no more than 5 at a time. Admission: Free, but donations are appreciated! PLEASE CALL 304-645-3398 OR BOOK YOUR TOUR ONLINE, NO WALK-INS Group Tour of the North House Museum: Tours of the North House Museum are available with advance notice for groups of 10 or more. Admission: Adults $5.00 per person NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE Civil War Tour: Enjoy a walk around historic Lewisburg and learn about the Civil War Battle of Lewisburg. Please call to schedule tour Admission: $10 per person. Tombstone Tours: Tours of the Old Stone and Confederate Cemeteries are offered. Please Call to schedule Tour Admission: $10 per person. School Group Tours: Tours of the North House Museum and other educational programs are available for school-age groups. For more information, contact Museum Coordinator Toni Ogden at 304-645-3398 or museum@greenbrierhistorical.org. |
