The Museum of Haywood County History

The Museum of Haywood County History at the Historic Shook-Smathers House is located at:

178 Morgan Street in Clyde, North Carolina 28721*

*Please note only use the physical address for directions to the museum. The museum does not have staff to receive mail or packages. Any mail or packages need to be sent to the HCHGS post office box – see Contact page.

This historic structure was added to the National Register of Historic Places in September 2008, thanks to the tireless preservation efforts of Joseph S. Hall, PhD, a descendant of Jacob Shook.

Dr. Hall acquired the property from the Historic Preservation Foundation of North Carolina, Inc. in February 2003. The property had been vacant for many years and was in need of extensive restoration. After its restoration, Dr. Hall deeded the house and property to the Haywood County Historical & Genealogical Society in December 2011. The House is now home of the Museum of Haywood County History.

Museum Tours (UPDATED FOR 2023!)

Visit the Museum for guided tours led by trained volunteer docents and are approximately one and a half hours in length. The Museum is open from the first weekend in April to the last weekend in October. The hours of operation are:

Fridays and Saturdays from 11:00 to 3:00

Guided tours are also available by appointment. Call (828) 565-0073 to request a tour. We are an all-volunteer organization and do not have regular business hours. Messages will be returned as soon as possible so please plan ahead! 

Tours are $10 per person with a $2 discount for HCHGS Society Members, Veterans, Shook descendants, Smathers descendants, and Seniors. Children 10 years and younger are free.