Signature Events

Mad About Modern Home Tour

The Mad About Modern home tour is an educational program of the Charlotte Museum of History, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, to raise awareness and appreciation of Charlotte’s historic built environment, particularly midcentury modern architecture, design, and lifestyle.

Each year, the Museum and our committee of community volunteers (aka the "Mod Squad") work with prospective homeowners and community members to curate a selection of homes that represent the diversity of styles and creativity that represent midcentury originals and midcentury modern-inspired homes in the greater Charlotte area. On the day of the tour, attendees are able to step inside to see these defining features and learn more about the history of this time in our city.

Click/tap here to learn more about the 2024 Mad About Modern Home Tour.

The Charlotte Gem Preservation Awards

The Charlotte Gem Preservation Awards is the premier fundraising event for the Museum and celebrates Charlotte’s unique history and culture through performances, immersive activities, music, and food and drink. This event also includes the honoring of restoration and building projects in the greater Charlotte region that exemplify the best of historic preservation.

Save the Date: The next awards will be Thursday, May 8, 2025. To learn more about the 2024 Awards, please click the link below.