STATESVILLE, N.C. (WHKY) — Historic Sharpe House will mark its 160th anniversary with a Halloween masquerade October 31 from 7:30 to 9 p.m.

The Friends of the Historic Sharpe House are organizing the evening, which includes a costume contest, guided first-floor tours, refreshments and historical costumes from any era, according to Iredell Free News.

Admission is connected to new or renewed 2026 memberships, with ticket allotments depending on the membership level. Additional tickets for members are $50.

The house was built for Statesville’s first mayor, Silas Alexander Sharpe.