Hours and Location
Tuesday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Closed Sunday, Monday, and designated state holidays.
264 Governor Aycock Road
Fremont, NC 27830
Admission
Admission is free, tour fees apply.
Donations are appreciated.
Guided Tours
Guided tours of the birthplace are provided upon request. We ask that groups make reservations in advance.
Guided tour fees:
- Children (ages 0-2): Free
- Youth (ages 3-17): $1
- Seniors (ages 65+), Military: $1
- Adults (ages 18-64): $2
Facilities
Historic Structures
The site has a collection of reconstructed and original buildings that would have existed on the farm during Governor Aycock's childhood. These buildings include the house or "Birthplace," a detached kitchen/dining room, pantry, smokehouse, outhouse, storage barn, and livestock barn. Also on site is an example of a one-room schoolhouse that dates to 1893.
Visitor Center
Exhibits and an audiovisual program showcase the life, contributions, and legacy of Governor Charles B. Aycock.
Trails, Monuments, Outdoor Exhibit
Aycock's parents, siblings, and other descendants are buried in the family cemetery. The site has a kitchen garden and small crop field.
Handicapped Accessibility
The Visitor Center is fully accessible. The historic buildings have steps but are not fully accessible without assistance. A video tour and photo album are available in the Visitor Center.
Picnic Facilities
A picnic shelter with picnic tables are available at the site.
Gift Shop
A sales desk is located in the Visitor Center with items related to Aycock and North Carolina history.
Programs, Group Activities
Special events, living history programs, and other hands-on activities are scheduled throughout the year. For the most up-to-date information on these events and programs, visit the site's Facebook page. The season and weather affect what can be offered.