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Topics Related to Alamance Battleground
November 1, 2025, 1pm - 2pm
One of the most important rights of American citizens is the right to vote. Elections have been held in North Carolina since the time of the Regulation…and before!! Today any US citizen aged 18 and over regardless of race or gender is eligible to participate in the voting process, however, this was not always the case. In the 18th century who could vote? How did voting take place? Learn about voting procedures on Saturday, November 1st, beginning at 1 PM.
July 26, 2025, 11am - 3pm
Regulator James Few went from being viewed as an outlaw hanged by Tryon, to a foil for Tryon's cruelty, a sympathetic character, and finally a symbol for the Lost Cause and Populist movements.Join Historic Interpreter Drew as he presents research and insights on the propaganda of James Few's death.Presentations in the auditorium at 11:00; 1:00; and 3:00.
July 19, 2025, 12pm - 2pm
Eileen Heyes' new book, Freedom’s Howl: The Song of the Red Wolves is a captivating read for children, especially with its historical setting and beautiful illustrations by Anne Runyon and Stephen Petruccio. The story of the Red Wolf puppies growing up in the Eno River Valley in 1776, alongside Sallie Few and her children, is both educational and enchanting.This could be a great opportunity to get a signed copy of the book!12 PM
September 20, 2025, 10am - 4pm
Step back in time and dive into the 18th century during Homeschool and Family Day located in Burlington, North Carolina!
July 12, 2025, 10am - 4pm
From sunup to sundown, the Few family toiled on their land, cultivating wheat, barley, and oats, and tending both mill and field with determined hands. The Eno’s steady current powered their grist mill, while saws bit through timber destined for new homes and barns. Life’s rhythm pulsed with the seasons: planting, harvesting, grinding, and sawing—their days ordered by the demands of the land and the unpredictable tides of colonial politics.
July 5, 2025, 12pm - 1pm
Eileen Heyes' new book, Freedom’s Howl: The Song of the Red Wolves, is a captivating read for children, especially with its historical setting and beautiful illustrations by Anne Runyon and Steven James Petruccio. The story of the Red Wolf puppies growing up in the Eno River Valley in 1776, alongside Sallie Few and her children, is both educational and enchanting.
July 5, 2025, 10am - 4pm
Experience history at Alamance Battleground through “Life in a Month: Outlawed Regulator James Few” this Saturday, July 5th. Learn about birth in the backcountry from interpreters at the historic Allen House for a unique glimpse in their life 254 years ago with James and Sallie Few and their young family.Life in a Month: Outlawed Regulator James FewIn the historic Allen House located at Alamance Battleground10 AM until 4 PM
June 21, 2025, 10am - 4pm
Thursday 19 June 6 PMRegulator Commemoration - 500 East King Street in Hillsborough, NC Saturday 21 June 10 AM – 4 PMAlamance BattlegroundGuest Speakers, book signing, public is invited.
February 22, 2025, 10am - 3pm
Do you like to shop with reusable Bags? Do you like to carry a lot of your groceries inside in one trip? Join Historic Interpreter Drew and make a historically documented linen wallet!In the 18th century, wallets were a type of bag that was sewn closed on each end and left open in the middle. All a person had to do was fill it with goods and carry it over their shoulder like a saddlebag. If packed correctly, the load will balance itself out and is very comfortable to carry.