This is a nice area for viewing whatever exhibit they have on display at the time. We visited…read morewhile they had art on loan being shown and it was well done. The rooms are well lit and large enough to see multiple pieces but small enough to avoid getting loud or echoing heavily. The staff was super friendly and it looks like they are frequently offering different types of exhibitions or experiences for the community to share in - for free.

From the owner: Waterworks strives to be a leader and innovator in the exhibition of art and in museum education…read more We are accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) as a non-collecting art museum. This highly honored accreditation brings national recognition to a museum for its commitment to excellence, accountability, high professional standards, and continued institutional improvement. We are one of only 12 art museums currently accredited in North Carolina. We offer visitors a sculpture courtyard, sensory gardens, and three revolving exhibitions annually featuring some of the most creative and expressive artwork from regional and national emerging/established artists. Waterworks is handicapped accessible. We provide designated handicapped parking spaces, wide entrance doors and an elevator for access to the 2nd floor. Benches are provided throughout the galleries for those requiring the need to sit. Waterworks is a cultural asset and destination; a vibrant, collaborative space for lifelong learning, and an economic development engine for Salisbury-Rowan County. We are proud of our sixty-two year history and our ability to respond and adapt to the needs of the communities we serve. We look forward to your visit!

Very sweet people here. Thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Staff went above and beyond. Nice little gift…read moreshop and scavenger hunt for children.

We were visiting the Polar Express event and stopped in and what a treat! My daughter and I loved…read morethis musuem!! It has toys, dolls, trains and so much more! A doll collector would love this place because they have super old, antique dolls and even forgein dolls. They showed us some newer dolls they just got that come from Japan. They also have a small play area for kids to play with a train set, dolls, doll house and some more. The staff and volunteers were so friendly!

My wife and I were at a popular event at the Bell Tower Park two blocks away and came here after…read more It was only $5 per adult to get in, and you can pay with your phone online while there. The two docents were so friendly and extremely helpful. There was only us and another couple there, so one docent took my wife and the other couple on the tour while I stayed in the entry with my granddaughter and the other docent. We had a great discussion about the history of the house, Salisbury, and President Jackson. Some of the furnishings are so rich with history. A very enjoyable and laid-back experience. Highly recommended if you like history.

I love taking tours in historical homes. We were spending the day in Salisbury and made it a point…read moreto take a docent tour of the Hall House Museum. Upon entrance, we were greeted by friendly ladies docents. They embodied Southern hospitality and were very knowledgeable. Hall House was built in 1820 and was originally a female academy and later bought and converted to a residence in 1825 by a businessman and his half sister. In 1859, it was purchased by Dr. Hall and turned it to a grand house as it sits today. Four generations of Hall lived in the house. It's amazing how original wallpapers, painted ceilings and furnishings were all in great condition and survived all these years. Andrew Jackson studied law in Salisbury in 1780 and the desk that he used is also in the house. We were told by the docent that he was a party animal and was told to leave Salisbury by the wealthy people! I would come back to tour the restored outside kitchen where enslaved workers lived and worked. We were told there's only a few kitchens survived and Hall House's kitchen's one of them. Our little granddaughter was tired and hungry and we had to leave before the tour ended.

It was our first time here and my children and I loved it. There's an 8 year age gap with my kids…read moreso this is definitely a nice place for both of them. I'm only giving them 4 stars though because I think the baby/toddler area needs to be cleaner. You can see hairs and black stains in the foam area too. It says it's for children under 5 but they don't really enforce it. Overall, it was a good experience and we will be back.

Went to the new location outside of town on friday night because their website said they were open…read moreuntil 9PM. Had our two 5 year old grandsons in tow only to get to a building with the open signs on and the doors locked. While we were there, 3 other cars pulled in and left. Needless to say, 2 disappointed little guys and a waisted trip. Only get one bite of the apple with me. Never again

We went awhile back to see Charlotte and were sorely disappointed. Hearing of her death today…read morereminded me I had forgotten to write a review. This location is privately run and not for educational purposes. More like going to a friends house to see their pets. Please consider going to an aquarium run by scientists for educational purposes.

I want to say this has been one of the highlights of my family trip. When your 16 yo his 17 yo best…read morefriend and wife all agree on this fact it says something. As adults we have this tendency to say "if I knew then what I knew now, I'd have paid more attention in school!" Well here's your chance. This tiny aquarium will impart more knowledge in a short visit than you probably take in most months if you take advantage of it. The interns and owner (a former teacher) are committed to answering questions. The things they are studying and sharing are amazing. If you go in and you want to learn and ask questions this will be an experience you won't forget. Think of the best science teacher you ever had, having an opportunity to show the world what she loves to talk about... and that is what you have here. Do yourself a favor, go, enjoy and learn!!