Join in on the fun in Clemmons NC at the Jerry Long Family YMCA! We’ll be there with historical hands-on activities, displays and opportunities to learn more or serve at the Historic Nissen House.
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Bringing in the Harvest at the Historic Nissen House! Step back into Lewisville in the 1880s to experience how farm families celebrated the harvest season. The event combines hands-on activities, storytelling, and authentic demonstrations inside the Historic Nissen House, with opportunities to explore the surrounding grounds for a taste of rural life. For a suggested
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A Founder’s Story: Lewisville & the Nissen Legacy Step into history this February as the Historic Nissen House invites you to explore the story of Lewisville’s founding and its connection to the remarkable Nissen family. During this special open house, guests will journey room by room through the house, discovering how early settlers helped shape
Dive into the rich history of Lewisville, North Carolina, spanning from the pre-revolutionary war era to the charming Victorian period. Explore the Historic Nissen House through a fascinating hands-on journey through time. See Christmas through the eyes of the Nissen children, Mary and Bob. Be sure to check out our monthly calendar for exciting events
Dive into the rich history of Lewisville, North Carolina, spanning from the pre-revolutionary war era to the charming Victorian period. Explore the Historic Nissen House through a fascinating hands-on journey through time. See Christmas through the eyes of the Nissen children, Mary and Bob. Be sure to check out our monthly calendar for exciting events
Dive into the rich history of Lewisville, North Carolina, spanning from the pre-revolutionary war era to the charming Victorian period. Explore the Historic Nissen House through a fascinating hands-on journey through time. Be sure to check out our monthly calendar for exciting events and programs that bring history to life!
After years of dedication, vision, and tireless restoration, the Historic Nissen House celebrates its first full year open to the public—a milestone that feels like a bountiful harvest after a long season of planting. Since 2008, countless hands have shaped its revival: scraping paint, researching stories, hosting events, and dreaming big. This anniversary is more
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Did you know the hand-cranked ice cream maker was invented by Nancy Johnson in 1843? Step into a world of elegance and charm at our Olde Fashioned Ice Cream Social! For a suggested donation of just $5, you can enjoy a scoop of ice cream and a guided tour of the house, learning about its
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Step back in time with us and celebrate a love story that’s over 160 years old! Join us for a charming afternoon as we delve into the romantic tale of Lewis Case Laugenour and Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Nissen, who tied the knot in 1859. Discover how love was expressed through the delicate art of valentines
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