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March 8, 2025, 10am - 3pm
WHAT’S FOR BREAKFAST?Porridge, gruel, mush, pottage, grits, polenta and hasty pudding, what are they and how are they different? Come visit the kitchen at Polk Birthplace where we will explore these dishes, their differences and similarities, talk about their history and make a couple to compare. As usual, we can’t share the food but will be glad to answer any questions Receipts for the demo will come from the following books ; Suggested donation $5/adult, $2/seniors and children
April 5, 2025, 11am - 12pm
Join us for a presentation with Catawba artists Teresa Dunlap and Aaron Baumgardner. This dynamic brother and sister duo will walk us through the craft, history and inspiration behind basket weaving and Catawba pottery including how these art forms have further connected them to their tribal elders.
February 1, 2025, 9:30am - April 16, 2025, 4:30pm
As Bennett Place State Historic Site prepares to mark the 160th anniversary of the largest Civil War surrender, we invite our community to help us get ready.
February 15, 2025, 2pm - 3:30pm
Union armies brought freedom to central North Carolina in the closing days of the Civil War. Emancipation elicited a variety of powerful reactions to news of slavery's collapse. Historian Ernest Dollar shares stories of African American men and women's first moments of freedom in this free Black History Month lecture.
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 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 5, 2025, 11am - 3pm
Learn more about young North Carolinians during times of war.
October 18, 2025, 10am - 4pm
Join us at Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site on Saturday, October 18th for the return of Port Brunswick Day!
September 27, 2025, 11am - 3pm
Don’t be blue – we have lots of indigo for you!
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.