Museum of Ashe County

The Museum of Ashe County has recently been relocated to the Old Court House in town.  Built in 1904, the court house is being restored.  I read in the newspaper the museum had erected a Christmas tree decorated in the style of the early 1900's.

On our way to the grocery store I asked hubby to stop by so I could see the tree.  As soon as we made our way into the building a very perky lady met us at the front door.  She did not leave our side for the next 40 minutes.  She showed us around several rooms filled with artifacts, furniture, clothing, odd-and-ends and what-nots that had been used by families in Ashe County 100 years ago.

What we enjoyed the most was the room housing a giant railroad scene.  Using old photos,volunteers are recreating scenes of several towns at different times in history.  While it is still a work in progress, what has been completed is very detailed and revealing.

 The Christmas tree was decorated with popcorn, paper chains, ribbon, pinwheels and candles.  Under the tree were old toys and an iron train set.

After purchasing a photo book of Ashe County we high-tailed it out of there.  I don't think hubby will fall for the "I just want to take a quick peek" line again.