Sharpe House Tours & Events
Upcoming Tours & Events
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Sharpe House Tea and Tour
Multiple Dates Available - 11:00am
Step inside The Historic Sharpe House for a charming afternoon where history and hospitality meet. Guests are invited to enjoy a traditional cream tea service followed by a guided tour of the home’s beautifully preserved first floor.
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Sharpe House Tea and Tales
Multiple Dates Available - 2:00pm
Enjoy an afternoon of tea and history at The Historic Sharpe House. Guests are invited to enjoy a traditional cream tea service and a tale of local history, exploring the people, traditions, and moments that shaped the Sharpe House and the surrounding community.
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BBQ & Bluegrass at The Sharpe House
Saturday 7/18/26, 6:00pm
The Historic Sharpe House invites the community to step back in time for an evening of historic charm, savory southern flavors, and foot-tapping music at the annual BBQ & Bluegrass 2026.The evening features a performance by the acclaimed band “None of the Above” (NOTA). This family-friendly event celebrates the heritage of Statesville’s first mayor with a night under the stars.
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Reception for Shakespeare: An Evening of Scenes, Sonnets & Soliloquies
Friday 7/24/26 and Saturday 7/25/26
Reception 6:30pm
Performance 7:30pmThe Historic Sharpe House delights in bringing the community an evening of Shakespearian scenes, sonnets & soliloquies following a reception of light Elizabethan-inspired hors d’oeuvres and a festive punch. Be sure to book your tickets for the reception and the show, as they are sold separately!
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Autumn Delight Tea Party
Sunday 9/27/26 - Seatings at 11:00am, 12:45pm, and 2:30pm
As all of the leaves begin to change, the Sharpe House invites you to an autumn tea inspired by the warmth and richness of the harvest season.
Spiced teas and autumn-inspired pastries set the mood for a cozy yet refined experience served by our Footmen of the House.
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Murder Mystery Dinner Party
Saturday 10/24/26 - 6:00pm
Join us at The Historic Sharpe House for an immersive Murder Mystery Dinner where elegance and suspense intertwine. While unraveling clues & questioning suspects, each guest will become part of this experience by observing, investigating, and perhaps even discovering that not everything is as it seems during this spooky dinner.
The historic Sharpe House’s Annual Burns Night was highlighted by Our State Magazine, a publication of the State of North Carolina, for its authentic celebration of Scottish culture, music, and tradition. Read the full article here
Featured in Our State Magazine
Photo courtesy of the Silas Alexander Sharpe Foundation.
Whether it’s a seasonal tea, a house tour, or a private event, experiences at the Historic Sharpe House provide meaningful connections to the past and present.
To reserve the Sharpe House for a private event, wedding, business meeting, or club outing, please contact HEARTS for more information.
Preserving the Historic Sharpe House requires ongoing care and community support. Contributions help maintain the home, support educational programming, and ensure this important historic site remains accessible to future generations.