The mission of the LCHA is to collect, preserve, and share the history, arts, and culture of the Lincoln County region and its residents to promote understanding and appreciation of the social, cultural, religious, natural, and political aspects of life that have contributed to our shared heritage. Our purpose includes identifying relevant materials and artifacts that add to our general store of knowledge of Lincolnton and Lincoln County, to protect and interpret that material, and to foster connections among individuals, artists, educators, and researchers through exhibitions, publications, educational initiatives, and programs.