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December 1, 2024, 1pm - 4pm
'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. This year's Christmas Open House will be held in honor of former site employee Tad Howington.Be inspired by traditional holiday decorations of fresh natural and floral arrangements adorning the exterior and interior of site buildings. Explore the plantation on a self-guided tour with staff members and volunteers available to answer questions.
December 14, 2024, 10am - 12pm
A participatory arts workshop with artist Maya Freelon, open to all ages.
November 16, 2024, 10am - 3pm
Historic Stagville presents Whippersnappers, a site-responsive installation by Library of Congress artist-in-residence Maya Freelon
November 2, 2024, 10am - 3pm
Discover the history & culture of Lake Scuppernong's Indigenous Community as we highlight American Indian Heritage Month. Interact with exhibits & demonstrations to learn about Indigenous ways of life. Participate in historic games & crafts. Enjoy popcorn, pumpkin painting, hayrides, & guided tours at 10:30, 12:00. & 1:30. Donations appreciated, additional tour fees applicable.
December 7, 2024, 4:30pm - 6pm
Drum and dance performance honoring West African cultural heritage at Horton Grove
November 9, 2024, 11am - 2pm
Join this artists' open studio at the Great Barn. Drop in between 11 am and 2 pm to be a part of creating hands-on cyanotype art!
November 16, 2024, 10am - January 25, 2025, 3pm
Site-responsive art installation by Maya Freelon, on view limited hours November 16 through January 25 at Historic Stagville.
October 17, 2024, 6:30pm - 8pm
Please note: you must register in advance to join this hike! To register, please email stagville@dncr.nc.gov. Your registration is not confirmed until you receive an email confirmation. Space is limited for this small group event.
September 28, 2024, 11am - 4pm
An outdoor cooking demonstration exploring the cooking traditions of enslaved people in the Carolinas.
September 21, 2024, 6:30pm - 9pm
Come celebrate the last night of summer and the beginning of our Autumn astronomy season beneath one of the last great dark sky sites in central NC! The evening begins with our "What's Up!" presentation at 6:30pm. This auditorium program provides information about what to look for that night and a little of the folklore associated with it. Then, take in the darkening view at the village as the Milky Way stretches high overhead, from horizon to horizon. Bring your telescope or binoculars to observe gas giant Saturn, or catch an amazing glimpse through one of the Site telescopes.