Poster for Gaston County Museum featuring bold white typography and overlapping orange, red, and blue circular shapes.
From Cotton Mills to Canvas. Built on Stories Worth Telling.
Where Gaston County Comes to Remember

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Art. History. Community.

The
 Heart Dreams Stories of Gaston County

Where the Past Meets The Present

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Art
History
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Documenting
History
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Gaston
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Pouring into
Our Community

The Living History of Gaston County

Permanent and rotating exhibits that bring Gaston County's heritage to life.

Explore featured exhibits

the legacy of Dr. Biggers and his nephew James C. Biggers

Dr. John T. Biggers

The museum is working to raise funds to conserve a selection of artwork for a larger exhibition.
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The Tony's Ice Cream Story

The Old Fashioned Way

Explore the history behind the beloved Gastonia landmark.
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A crowded brick-walled banquet hall filled with round tables and guests dining as a blue-lit stage performance unfolds in the background.
Back view of a man in a light blue shirt and glasses looking at framed paintings.
A group of people sit around a long table in a bright studio while a person lies on a raised platform on the wooden floor in the foreground.

Something New Every Time You Visit

Regional sculpture, rotating exhibits, and community-driven programs year-round. Plan a field trip, book a private tour, or just walk in and explore.

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Experience the Art
World-Changing People
Community Connections
The Details That Share So Much
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Educating & Inspiring The Next Generation
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Poster for Gaston County Museum featuring bold white typography and overlapping orange, red, and blue circular shapes.
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