News Release

247th Anniversary of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge

Living Historians firing muskets during a recent Anniversary program.

NPS Photo

News Release Date: February 6, 2023

Contact: Jason Collins, 9102835591 x. 2222

Currie, NC- On Saturday February 25 and Sunday February 26, Moores Creek National Battlefield will be commemorating the 247th Anniversary of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge. Park staff, park partners, volunteers, and other living historians will be offering a variety of programs and demonstrations throughout the weekend.

The event will begin with a Wreath Laying Ceremony at 10:00 am on Saturday the 25th. Demonstrations and programs will include battle commemoration programs at 12 and 3:30 pm on Saturday the 25^th and 1:00 and 3:30 pm on Sunday the 26th, performances by the Tryon Palace Fife and Drum Corps on Saturday Feb. 25 and the Wilmington Police Pipes and Drums on Sunday the 26th, as well as playing 18^th century toys and games, blacksmithing, candle making, Loyalist and Patriot programs, guest speakers, guided tours, and more!

A full listing of events can be found on the park website at www.nps.gov/mocr or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/moorescreeknps. We hope to see you there!