We have missed you! The Center is open safe!
Please observe social distancing, wear face coverings, call upon arrival, and wait outside to be welcomed by our reception attendant before entering. Calling ahead to secure a visitation time is preferred. Temperature checks, a sign in form, and facial coverings are required. If you are having any symptoms of illness, please remain at home until you are well. Thank you for supporting the HAHC! We look forward to your visit!
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Experience the Arts at the Hiddenite Arts & Heritage Center
Housed in the historic Lucas Mansion, the Hiddenite Arts and Heritage Center features a turn of the 20th century history museum, monthly art gallery exhibits, collections of gems and minerals, an extensive collection of antique dolls & toys, and Alexander County Visitor Center information. Plan your visit today!
The Lucas Mansion
Directions
From US 64 Bypass East (Taylorsville), turn on Old Mountain Road (Hiddenite). Go straight across intersection with flashing light, cross railroad tracks. The Lucas Mansion is located three blocks on the right.
The first floor of the Hiddenite Arts & Heritage Center’s Lucas Mansion features rooms restored to reflect turn of the 20th century life. Tours of the museum offer visitors an opportunity to experience this historic home as it might have been in Diamond Jim’s day, learning more about this local legend and Lucas Mansion namesake. Tours also offer additional information about local history and folklore!
Admission: $4.00 – Adults $3.00 – Senior Adults/Students Free for Members
Advance reservations requested for groups of 15 or more. Please call (828) 632-6966 to learn more about scheduling a group tour.
All other areas of the Lucas Mansion, including the Lucas Mansion Gallery, collections, and Alexander County Visitor Center are admission free!
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