Topics Related to Seasonal and Holiday Events

Learn about soldiers from hundreds of years of NC history.
Join us for a day of Christmas cheer at the Vance Birthplace, featuring holiday fun for the whole family! Gather around the hearth for storytime featuring seasonal picture books. Plus, enjoy candle-dipping, hot cider, and cookies all day!
Professor Dr. Hugh Dussek will discuss the origins of the Twelfth Night holiday 11 a.m.-noon Jan. 4 at the James K. Polk State Historic Site.

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. 

Join Horne Creek Farm for our Christmas Open House on Saturday, November 30th

'Tis the season! Explore, enjoy, and experience the Christmas season at Somerset Place for the 34th Annual Christmas Open House on Sunday, December 1st, from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Horne Creek's Christmas by Lamplight offers an evening filled with the warmth and beauty of a rural turn-of-the-century farmhouse. Take a few hours away to reflect on the holiday season. You’ll enjoy caroling, a craft project, and readings from the period. A simple meal will be served.

Horne Creek's Christmas by Lamplight offers an evening filled with the warmth and beauty of a rural turn-of-the-century farmhouse. Take a few hours away to reflect on the holiday season. You’ll enjoy caroling, a craft project, and readings from the period. A simple meal will be served.

You're invited to join us at Christmas by Candlelight - Experience an 1870s North Carolina Christmas with Duke Homestead!
You're invited to join us at Christmas by Candlelight - Experience an 1870s North Carolina Christmas with Duke Homestead!