Historic Westville

Historic Westville redefines "living history" by providing experiences that transform the way we think about the past and remind us that history lives in our thoughts, actions, and understanding of the present. Through exhibits, live interpretations, demonstrations, and hands-on activities you can curate your own museum experience each time you visit. Guests are able to experience first hand what life would have been like between 1840-1860 before sweeping mechanization of the late 19th century. Through numerous demonstrations, we keep traditional crafts alive, including basket weaving, blacksmithing, textiles, shoe making, and carpentry. Historic Westville illuminates personal experiences of those who called the region home. As you gain a new understanding of the forces - and peoples- that shaped the South and define our sense of place, you can begin to imagine what the future holds.