Welcome to the Shelton House
Come see our museum, barn, and grounds and celebrate the history and heritage of our beautiful region!
About Us
Our Mission
The Shelton House Museum is committed to preserving its historic property and grounds while showcasing regional heritage crafts and history.
Our Collections
Our museum aims to celebrate, showcase, and preserve the history and heritage of our region. Each of our collections highlight regional history and art. The Shelton Collection includes items belonging to the Shelton family, for whom the house was built, and pieces from the time period in which they lived. The Native American Collection includes handcrafted items from the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), The Navajo Nation, The Sioux Nation, The Hopi, and The Acoma. The Mary Cornwell Collection includes personal items belonging to our museum's founder, Mary Cornwell, as well as pieces by artists and artisans from the Village of Yesteryear. We have extensive craft collections for the following mediums: quilts, weaving, textiles, woodwork, pottery, glass, and toys. Our John C. Campbell Folk School Collection consists of a variety of folk toys and artistic pieces crafted by students of the Folk School, the oldest and largest folk school in the country. Last, but certainly not least, our Regional Heritage and History Collection includes items of historical significance to our region, from Civil War items to photographs, newspapers, and farming equipment.
No matter what your interest in our region is, we have a collection for you!