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Join us for this FREE living history event from 10am-4pm on Saturday, January 25th.

The close of the American Civil War with military surrenders at sites like Bennett Place assured the end of legal slavery in America.

Join us for our special event commemorating Fort Fisher's 160th Anniversary on January 18th, 2025!
Living history of daily life in Fort Dobbs.
Demonstrations of 18th century trades.
Living history program commemorating the 265th anniversary of the Battle of Fort Dobbs.
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!
Historic interpreter Susie Worcester will demonstrate how to cook a colonial holiday meal. She will be in the kitchen cabin 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, for this free event.
'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.
A participatory arts workshop with artist Maya Freelon, open to all ages.