The Waldensian Museum on Rodoret Street is a privately-funded facility with actual historical items preserved from the early days of Valdese.

The Waldensian Museum is dedicated to preserving the rich heritage and culture of the Waldensian settlers. It features several rooms and thousands of items that date back to the earliest immigrants, including: clothing, tools, books, pictures, and household items.

The interior has been lovingly and painstakingly arranged in a variety of excellent displays, including photographs, clothing, crafts, home furnishings, church furnishings, farm implements, carpentry tools, wine making apparatus, toys, and miscellaneous items. Several books relating to Waldensian history are available for sale.

The Museum is ordinarily open from 3:00 until 5:00 p.m. on Sundays and by appointment. During the production of the outdoor drama, "From This Day Forward," in Mid-July and Mid-August, the Museum is open from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday through Sunday. Admission to the Museum is free and donations are appreciated.

For information or to arrange a tour, call the Church office at: (828) 874-2531 or (828) 879-9010 or write to The Museum Committee at P.O. Box 216, Valdese, NC 28690. You may e-mail the church at: waldensian@waldensianpresbyterian.com and your message will be forwarded to the appropriate persons.