As fellow members of the community, we invite you to join us for an inaugural fundraiser for the Friends of President Polk's Birthplace, Inc.,
Topics Related to President James K. Polk State Historic Site
July 12, 2025, 11am - 12pm
A Chance for Opportunity examines how American expansionism displaced Native and African communities, forcing them to adopt an "American" identity. This lecture provides a broad overview of the cultural and social changes these communities experienced during the nation's growth.
May 17, 2025, 9am - 11am
Let's bike and learn about the history and nature around us. Join us for a scenic bike ride across the Little Sugar Creek Greenway!
The ride starts at 9am on May 17
Meet at President James K. Polk State Historic Site
12031 Lancaster Hwy
Pineville, NC 28134
Open to bikers of all skill levels, ages 12+,
Helmets required
Suggested donation $5/adults and $2/children and seniors
April 26, 2025, 10am - 3pm
Learn about 18th century home life with Susie Worcester
March 19, 2025, 10am - 11am
Join us for a short program to learn about the Carolina Gold Rush and the Charlotte Mint! We will make covered wagons and clay coins!
Parents can register kids by emailing the site at polk@dncr.nc.gov or calling at (704) 889-7145
February 8, 2025, 10am - 3pm
Household Chores, Historic Clothing, & Lentil Soup Cooking Demo
Join Susie Worcester in our Historic Kitchen House as she recreates historic foods from the North Carolina backcountry. Susie uses historic receipts to make her food preparation as authentic as possible.
Suggested donation $5/adult, $2/seniors and children
(Historic foods are not for public consumption but for educational demonstrations.)
Join Susie Worcester in our Historic Kitchen House as she recreates historic foods from the North Carolina backcountry. Susie uses historic receipts to make her food preparation as authentic as possible.
Suggested donation $5/adult, $2/seniors and children
(Historic foods are not for public consumption but for educational demonstrations.)
June 22, 2024, 11am - 12pm
Juneteenth in North Carolina historical discussion 11 a.m.-noon Saturday, June 22 at the James K. Polk State Historic Site. Free.
June 1, 2024, 11am - 12pm
This captivating program kicks off the Polk site's celebration of the events surrounding the America 250 commemoration in North Carolina.
October 14, 2023, 10am - 3pm
Come hear the deep history behind our food from historian Dontavius Williams at the President James K. Polk State Historic Site on Saturday, October 14 10 am - 3 pm.
November 4, 2023, 3pm - 4pm
Join the James K. Polk State Historic Site for our Death and Dying tours as we explore the place of death in everyday life for families like the Polks, common diseases and associated herbal remedies, as well as burial rites and rituals for Scots-Irish settlers and enslaved African-Americans. Additionally, the tour will delve into the history of the Polk Site Cemetery.