top of page
Train Clayton NC.jpg

Discover Our History

Connecting Past with Present

Welcome

The Clayton Historical Association, Inc. (CHA) was founded in 2007. We are an all-volunteer organization devoted to collecting, preserving, and sharing Clayton’s history. Whether your family roots are deep in Clayton or you are a recent arrival, we invite you to join the Clayton Historical Association.

CHA is a member of the Federation of NC Historical Societies (FNCHS), part of the NC Department of
Natural & Cultural Resources. Select the link below to read and download the July 2026 FNCHS bulletin:

FNCHS Bulletin - July 2026

Robertson Hotel Front St.jpg

About CHA

Learn about our history, meet our board, and browse highlights from our historical library. 

​

We are always looking for volunteers and fellow history lovers to join our mission, click below to find out more.

What's Happening

Quick Links to Resources

Events & Programs:

Our events listings are meant to introduce history in fun, creative, and respectful ways. View Clayton's upcoming history events and special programs below. Click on an event listing to view details.

  • America 250: Clayton History Day
    America 250: Clayton History Day
    Sat, Sep 12
    Town Square
    Sep 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Town Square, 100 W Main St, Clayton, NC 27520, USA
    Celebrate America's 250th birthday with historical craft and cultural demonstrations, music, dancing, and just plain fun! Tickets not required.
  • Clayton Historic Ghost Walk
    Clayton Historic Ghost Walk
    Sat, Oct 31
    Clayton City Cemetery
    Oct 31, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Clayton City Cemetery, 430 W Front St, Clayton, NC
    Step into the past at Clayton City Cemetery as real Clayton spirits share their stories of life, legend, and lore.

Community History Bulletin Board

Bunker Hill Cleanup Flyer_Top.png

Email: bunkerhillcemetery@gmail.com

Facebook: Bunker Hill Cemetery - Clayton, NC

Local History

Quick links to important historical events as well as the History of Clayton Timeline.

Digital Archives

Browse historical photos or access genealogy resources to find your own connection to Clayton.

Membership

Become a member of CHA and join us as we work to preserve our history and share it with others.

Gallery

A Visual Journey Through History

Join Our Mailing List

Stay up to date on all the things happening with the Clayton Historical Society.

Join our mailing list to receive our newsletter with updates on findings, exhibits, lectures and events.

bottom of page