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Culture
Being a most progressive area, Catawba County has many cultural
events and opportunities for the residents.
The Catawba Science Center is especially designed for children
to learn through all of their senses-sight, sound and touch. It
is a natural science center where children become part of the
world around them. The museum can use your help - donations of
time, money or articles would be most appreciated. The Center
is located in the Arts Center of Catawba Valley at 243 3rd Ave.,
N.E. in Hickory. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday 9:00am until
4:00pm; Sunday 2:00pm until 5:00pm. They are closed Mondays.
The Hickory Museum of Art, founded in 1944, is entirely donation
supported. It is an exhibition and training center where people
of all ages may avail themselves of the opportunity to view, study
and enjoy art in all forms; to have a permanent collection of
art, with emphasis on American art; and be of no charge to the
public. Annually, it has conducted a major competitive exhibition
of the best work being done in the local schools from grades one
through twelve. This competitive exhibition of the best work being
done in the local schools from grades one through twelve. This
competition, sponsored by the Hickory Rotary Club, has created
great interest among students and their parents. The museum offers
art classes for children and adults along with many other activities
for persons interested in art. The museum is located in the Arts
Center Catawba Valley at 243 3rd Ave. N.E. Hickory.
The Western Piedmont Symphony was organized to combine the musical
talents and interests of the people in the Catawba Valley area.
The Community Concert Association was created in order to bring
nationally known musical talent to Hickory. Concerts are performed
at the P.E. Monroe Auditorium on the campus of Lenoir-Rhyne College.
The Hickory Community Theater presents at least three productions
a year in the Hickory Municipal Auditorium.
The Hickory Youth Theatre is designed to provide a creative growth
experience for young people from pre-school through high school.
Special programs which they sponsor are "Supertots" and "Diaper
Gym."
Libraries that are available to Catawba County residents:
Catawba County Library
115 West C St. , Newton, |
Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
375 3Rd St. NE, Hickory |
Ridgeview Public Library
706 1st St. SW, Hickory |
Clubs and organizations are numerous for
people of all ages and interests. For more information and a complete
listing, contact the Chamber of Commerce (828) 328-6111. |
