Concluding Thoughts
Moravians abundant history and culture is so very important to North Carolina’s history and culture. Moravians have made many contributions to the state such as the history of Old Salem, the Moravian Churches beliefs and values, the diversity found in Moravian culture, and their part in emphasizing the importance of education for all. The Moravian Church remains a symbol from how far Christianity has come over the past 500 years and reminds us of the great joy in our religious freedom found in America today . Moravians are a people who stand up for what they believe in despite the persecution and rejection they faced in the early years of the Moravian Church. Moravians are a significant part of North Carolina’s history. It is important for us to be informed about all of the cultural groups in our state that have helped mold what North Carolina is today. By looking at the history and culture of Moravians, we get an idea of who they are, what they believe, and how they have changed over time.
Additional Things to Consider as You Leave the Exhibit:
-Consider how significant an impact the Moravian people have had in the state of North Carolina, and think about the significant of your culture and your personal impact on North Carolina communities.
-Now that we know the rich history of Moravian, how can you now use this knowledge to help others appreciate different cultural groups and their personal contributions to local North Carolina communities?
-What are some of the similarities and difference between Moravian culture and your own? And how does that deepen your respect of other cultures and people?
-Now that we know the rich history of Moravian, how can you now use this knowledge to help others appreciate different cultural groups and their personal contributions to local North Carolina communities?
-What are some of the similarities and difference between Moravian culture and your own? And how does that deepen your respect of other cultures and people?