Carter House Museum

 
 
Carter House - 101 High St. SE
   
 
The Carter House Museum, a National Register Historic Site, gives visitors a glimpse into the lives of Iowan's of 150 years ago. Built in the 1850's as a "mirror" or double house for the Carter brothers and their families, it is a neoclassic structure of 18 rooms displaying furniture, clothing, and artifacts from the 19th century. An adjoining annex contains military uniforms from the Civil War to modern times as well as tools and farm equipment from before the rise of the machine.

The museum is open and guided tours are offered Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 1-4 p.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day and at other times by request (563-245-3450). Special events at the museum include a lavish Christmas open-house, an annual appraisal of antiques open to the public, and learning activities for children.

The Carter House Museum is located at the corner of Bridge and High Streets, across from the Clayton County Courthouse.
www.carterhousemuseum.org

Carter House Museum Schedule of Events - 2007
May 26-28
Opening Weekend
Nov.16
Holiday Preview Party - 6-9 p.m.
Nov. 17-18
Holiday Open House - 12-4 p.m.
Dec. 2
Open House - 12:30-4
For event information call Charles Schiller (563)245-3450

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