Topics Related to Seasonal and Holiday Events
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.
April 19, 2025, 10am - 12pm
Come join us for a free egg hunt here at Duke Homestead!
February 12, 2025, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Please note: you must register in advance to join this hike! To register, please email stagville@dncr.nc.gov. Space is limited for this small group experience, and your registration is not confirmed until you receive a confirmation email from our staff.
December 14, 2025, 1pm - 5:30pm
Join us once again this holiday season, as we explore how the American colonists celebrated Christmas. During the program, you can enjoy 18th century inspired refreshments in the Visitor Center, participate in traditional games, or try your hand at Moravian paper stars and other 18th century crafts. The highlight of the evening will be an authentic period candlelit service in the ruins of St. Philips Anglican Church. The service will begin at 5:00pm and will conclude by 5:30pm.
December 12, 2025, 4pm - 7pm
Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson will be offering visitors the chance to experience a peaceful evening amongst the ruins of St. Philips Church as it is decorated in its holiday finest, with candlelight and greenery.
April 19, 2025, 6:45am - 7:15am
Join us on the morning of Saturday, April 19th for a period Anglican service in the ruins of St. Philip's Church.
December 13, 2025, 10am - 4pm
Living history of daily life in Fort Dobbs.
November 1, 2025, 10am - 4pm
Learn about soldiers from hundreds of years of NC history.
December 21, 2024, 10am - 2pm
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! Drop in anytime, but readings will take place in the Vance house kitchen at 10:00, 11:30, and 1:00. This event is free and suitable for all ages.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us via email at vance@dncr.nc.gov or by phone at (828) 645-6706.
January 4, 2025, 11am - 12pm
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.