The fascinating history of these long guns and pictures can be found in Jim Bob Tinsley's popular book, The Land of Waterfalls, Transylvania County, North Carolina.

Jim Bob and Dottie purchased one of the Gillespie Long Guns, made by Phillip Gillespie, from Dave Holliday in 1984. This gun was called "Old Ellen". It dates back to the mid 1800's.

Old Ellen" is on exhibit in the museum.