The Alphabet Museum at JAARS

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6409 Davis Rd
Waxhaw, NC 28173
The Museum of the Alphabet in Waxhaw, NC is a fascinating destination that explores the history of writing, language, and Bible translation. Visitors can trace the origins of their alphabets, learn about different writing systems, and discover how communities are transformed through literacy. With 12 rooms filled with displays showcasing alphabets from around the world, including cuneiform and Native American language syllabaries, this museum offers a captivating journey through the evolution of written communication. It has received rave reviews from TripAdvisor users and has been voted Best Local Museum by readers of Union County Weekly.

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4.06 reviews
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Leila R.
9/3/2018

As someone who almost got their degree in Linguistics, this is like an archaeological museum of the written word and was such an incredibly pleasant surprise! Honestly, the caliber of content was...

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Mitch K.
9/3/2017

I rarely give a five star rating, but in this case the Alphabet Museum is most likely the best of class. It is simply amazingly detailed, and tied into the work that JAARS does, really stands out...

Del A.
11/2/2021

If you have not visited in the past 6 months, you are missing many great enhancements. Please check out www.jaars.org for information on "Night at the Alphabet Museum ".

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Jacqui B.
6/22/2018

This was an interesting museum, but very densly structured. I particularly like the "quiz panels" at the end of each sections.

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Teri S.
5/23/2014

A real gem. You could go into the museum with little knowledge about the world's writing system and come out with a lot of knowledge. The exhibits are layered so visitors of all ages can enjoy...

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