Topics Related to Festivals and Celebrations
August 1, 2025, 1pm - 4pm
Did you know that North Carolina’s first public reading of the Declaration of Independence took place in Halifax on August 1st, 1776? Join historical interpreters as they reenact events surrounding the joyous news of American independence from Britain. At 12:00pm, see a reenactor portray Cornelius Harnett, President of the Council of Safety, read the Declaration for the first time in North Carolina.
July 4, 2025, 1pm - 4pm
Enjoy the Fourth of July in the historic town of Halifax at an event complete with an interactive reading of the Declaration of Independence. Stay for the Town's fireworks display that evening.
December 12, 2025, 5:30pm - 9pm
You're invited to join us at Christmas by Candlelight - Experience an 1870s North Carolina Christmas with Duke Homestead!
December 5, 2025, 5:30pm - 9pm
You're invited to join us at Christmas by Candlelight - Experience an 1870s North Carolina Christmas with Duke Homestead!
October 24, 2025, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Phantasmagoria, noun: a bizarre or fantastic combination, collection or assemblage; a dreamlike state where real and imagined elements blur together; a magical event at Duke Homestead on October 24th.
August 16, 2025, 10am - 2pm
Experience North Carolina farming culture and history at Duke Homestead!
April 19, 2025, 10am - 12pm
Come join us for a free egg hunt here at Duke Homestead!
March 8, 2025, 10am - 5pm
Join us at Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site on Saturday, March 8th for the North Carolina Rice Festival!
December 13, 2024, 3pm - 6:30pm
Step back in time and experience an 18th century Christmas. Interpreters will portray members of the community who have gathered for a festive party during the holiday season among fresh greenery and candlelight. After the tour enjoy warm apple cider and cookies around the camp fire. Tickets available November 1 on Eventbrite, $8 each.
December 13, 2024, 5:30pm - 9pm
You're invited to join us at Christmas by Candlelight - Experience an 1870s North Carolina Christmas with Duke Homestead!