Winston-Salem, N.C. –

Families and others involved in homeschooling will learn how faith and fellowship played roles in the lives of settlers in Historic Salem, when Old Salem Museums & Gardens presents "Homeschool Days," on Wednesday, Sept. 16, and Friday, Sept. 18. Events will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on those days throughout Old Salem, 600 S. Main Street in Winston-Salem.

Darlee Snyder, the event's coordinator, said, "Homeschool Days will give homeschoolers and their children a chance to learn about Moravians in Salem, and how their spirit of community enabled them to establish a thriving town in the back country of North Carolina. Multiple tactile learning opportunities will help us tell the story of Salem in a unique way."

A full array of activities is planned, Snyder said. Visitors can create a hand-sewn autograph book, paint a German Fraktur bookplate and write a bible verse with a quill pen. They will play children's games that were common in the 19^th century — including a game enjoyed by Cherokee Indians.

Old Salem museum educators will describe a Moravian Lovefeast and preparations, and the Singing Sisters will perform in the Saal throughout both days. A 19^th century fire drill will provide hands-on fun, and similar activities and demonstrations will occur throughout the three-day program.

Additionally, internationally renowned storyteller Donald Davis will offer 2 performances on Friday, September 18 in the Historic St. Philips Church, at 11:00am and 1:00pm.  The performances are included with the purchase of a special homeschool ticket, or with the purchase of an All-In-One ticket. 

For reservations and/or special discounted tickets, call (800) 441-5305.  Fore more information, call the Visitors Center at (336) 721-7350 or log onto www.oldsalem.org.

About Old Salem

Old Salem Museums & Gardens is one of America's most comprehensive history attractions. Its three museums — the Historic Town of Salem, the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts (MESDA) and The Toy Museum at Old Salem — engage visitors in an educational and memorable historical experience about those who lived and worked in the early South. The Web site address is www.oldsalem.org.