Down the Rabbit Hole: Imagining Alice’s Wonderland
The Upcountry History Museum in partnership with Walt Disney Archives, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Walt Disney Family Museum, Charles M. Schulz Museum, Daura Gallery at Lynchburg College, and renowned artist Charles Santore, will invite visitors to fall down the rabbit hole to discover an immersive enchanted world that draws together a remarkable collection of original... Read more »
Toddler Time!
It’s full steam ahead as we explore all things trains and locomotives! Besides playing in the incredible “Thomas & Friends” exhibit, we will have games designed specifically for your little ones along with juice and snacks for our story time. Children ages 3 and under are FREE. Upcoming Toddler Times: Tuesday, July 16 –... Read more »
Chautauqua Coffee Talks
Wednesday June 19 – Saturday June 22 9:00am – 10:00am Andrew Jackson, Wednesday June 19 Alexander Hamilton, Thursday June 20 Malcolm X, Friday June 21 Jackie Kennedy, Saturday June 22 During the June Chautauqua History Comes Alive Festival you can pick the brains of the nationally acclaimed historical performers at the Upcountry History Museum. No costumes, no... Read more »
Lunchbox Learning
Music of the Steam Engine Era June 19 at Noon Presenter: Carol Gibson In honor of the current special exhibition, “Thomas and Friends: Explore the Rails,” producer Carol Gibson visits the Museum to share her love of music inspired by and about the steam engine era. Enjoy an afternoon of music and history. Spend your... Read more »
UHM Kids Book Club
Join the adventures of Jack and Annie as we explore real history through the best selling children’s book series, Magic Tree House! Enjoy games, crafts, and hands-on activities that bring to life the adventures of your favorite storybooks. All Book Club meetings begin at 3:30 pm. Parents: Please prepare for each UHM Kids Book Club by reading... Read more »
Love a Vet: Honoring Our Military Veterans
Since its inception in 1983, the Upcountry History Museum has committed to honoring the sacrifices, courage, and patriotism of the men and women who have worn a military uniform. Dedicated to collecting, preserving, and disseminating the legacy and dignity of all United States military veterans, the museum shares the stories of America’s conflicts. The Museum... Read more »
UHM Kids Book Club
Join the adventures of Jack and Annie as we explore real history through the best selling children’s book series, Magic Tree House! Enjoy games, crafts, and hands-on activities that bring to life the adventures of your favorite storybooks. All Book Club meetings begin at 3:30 pm. Parents: Please prepare for each UHM Kids Book Club by reading... Read more »
Neighborhood Night
The Museum will be open on the first Thursday evening of select months throughout 2019. Neighborhood Nights will run from 5:30-8:30 pm during which time admission to the museum and all museum exhibitions will be FREE. Neighborhood Nights will include story times for younger visitors and book give-a-ways for children. Books will be connected to the theme of... Read more »
Movies at the Museum
Summer Matinee Movies Experience the classics on the big screen. Movies at the Museum are FREE to Museum Members and included with regular admission for all other guests. Summer 2019: Hit the rails with classic films set on, around, or about trains! Friday, July 12 at 2:00 pm Von Ryan’s Express (1965)
