Highlands Has a Rich History!
The Museum and Historical Village are closed for the 2024 Season and will reopen on May 22, 2025. Come help us celebrate Highlands’ 150th Anniversary next year at one of our special events!
Highlands Historical Society
The mission of the Highlands Historical Society is to preserve and promote the rich heritage of Highlands for present and future generations.
The Highlands Historical Society's Historic Village is located at 524 N. 4th Street in Highlands, North Carolina. It is composed of the Prince House, the Highlands Historical Museum and Archives, and the Highlands Sanatorium Tent or Bug Hill Cottage.