Highland is proud to join Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello and More Perfect in promoting Declaration Book Club to encourage more Americans to connect to our country’s origin story and to spark lively discussions about the Declaration’s relevance across history and in Read More …
The latest episode of the Founding Footprints podcast, featuring Highland, is available to stream now! Highland is pleased to be the subject of episode two of the Founding Footprints podcast, featuring an exclusive interview with executive director Sara Bon-Harper. Follow Read More …
On Saturday, July 5th, Highland will host the Heifetz International Music Institute for a free concert from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. A classically-inspired ensemble from Heifetz will bring a uniquely innovative and expressive concert that will appeal to all ages. Read More …
On May 21, 2025, Highland will resume archaeological excavation on the lost and found Monroe home. Excavations will be visible to visitors and will continue on weekdays through July 3, weather permitting. In 2016 Highland announced the discovery of the Read More …
Explore the contrast of shadows and light on this slow, intentional morning walk in nature. Highland’s Carla Anderson will lead a contemplative walk on Highland’s Rustic Trails on Thursday, June 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., observing how light Read More …
Join us on Saturday, June 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for Descendants Day at Highland. The Highland Council of Descendant Advisors welcomes all attendees, whether descendants or not. Plan to take part in the day’s music, food, and Read More …
Highland welcomes you to native plant swap with the Piedmont Master Gardeners on Sunday, May 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This is a free “bring-a-plant, take-a-plant” swap. Attendees can exchange pest-free plants for a variety of other plants Read More …
Join us at Highland on Saturday, May 10, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. for a free screening of The Piccirilli Factor, a documentary by Eduardo Montes-Bradley. This film explores the lives and contributions of the Piccirilli family, Italian sculptors who, Read More …
Highland’s annual sheep shearing will take place on Sunday, April 27 (rain or shine), at 2:00 p.m. Tom Stanley will demonstrate the New Zealand sheep shearing method at this educational, agricultural event. We will also have traditional wool carding and Read More …
Join Highland Hiker, trail guru, and nature fanatic Carla Anderson for a creative journaling experience on the Blue Trail on Saturday, April 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If you’re looking to slow down and practice a different way Read More …