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Living History: The 158th Anniversary of the Fall of Fort Anderson

February 18, 2023, 10am - 3pm

Join us for this FREE living history event from 10am-3pm Saturday, February 18th.

'Dwell with Gratitude & Pride': New Perspectives on the Wilmington Campaign

January 7, 2023, 11am - February 23, 2023, 6pm

Through a unique partnership, Fort Fisher State Historic Site, Cameron Art Museum, and the New Hanover County Library present a new outreach program series centered on expanding our interpretation of the historic Wilmington Campaign.

Handwriting of the Heart: Valentine Workshop at Vance Birthplace

February 11, 2023, 10am - 4pm

Get a little inspiration for your Valentine this year! Drop by the site throughout the day to create your own love letter at this free workshop.

CHB Museum Virtual Lecture: Mary McLeod Bethune

May 17, 2023, 6pm - 7:30pm

Join us to explore the life, work, and legacy of Mary McLeod Bethune as well as the friendship between her and Dr. Charlotte Hawkins Brown.

With Artillery, War is Made: Fort Fisher's 158th Anniversary Program

January 14, 2023, 10am - 4pm

Fort Fisher will commemorate its 158th anniversary with the program, 'With Artillery, War is Made,' Saturday, January 14, 2023 from 10 am - 4 pm. Free and open to the public, this living history program will focus on the artillery at Fort Fisher during the American Civil War. At 10 am, 12 noon, 1:30 pm, and 3 pm, there will be demonstrations of the 32-pounder banded and rifled seacoast gun, the 12-pound Napoleon, and a 10-pound Parrott gun. Living history displays will be set up in the Fort Grove.

Christmas in the Piedmont during the Civil War.

December 17, 2022, 10am - 4pm

Visit Bennett Place during the Christmas season and witness how this occasion was celebrated in the Piedmont Carolinas during the American Civil War. Living historians will decorate the farm in a typical modest fashion of the time. There will be cooking demonstrations in the kitchen house, Christmas decorations and packages in the main house, soldiers will be on hand to demonstrate Christmas in the field and of course, a visit with Ole St. Nick. Complimentary hot apple cider will be available. There will also be a bake sale where you can purchase some sweet treats.

Old Christmas at Historic Bath

December 28, 2022, 10am - 3pm

In 1752, the American colonies adopted the Gregorian calendar, resulting in the beloved date of Christmas - January 5th - being moved to December 25th. In rebellion, some North Carolinians began to celebrate both dates. Bring your family and join us during the week after Christmas for crafts, games, food, and ringing in of the new year as we celebrate Old Christmas. Activities are different each day and run from 10am-3pm.