Freedom 250: Overmountain Victory Commemoration Open Encampment (Museum of North Carolina Minerals- Milepost 331)
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Freedom 250 commemorations like ours focus on the founding of the United States and the stories which make up our shared history. In September of 1780, militia from North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia came marching from “over the mountains” to defeat British Major Patrick Ferguson’s forces at the Battle of Kings Mountain. This victory turned the tide of the American Revolution in the Patriots favor. Re-enactors will demonstrate traditional crafts and skills such as cartridge rolling, spinning, candle making, and take time to learn about what made this campaign unique.
Musket firing demonstrations will take place at 11am and 1pm.
For more information, call the Museum of North Carolina Minerals at 828-765-2761 or email e-mail us
Events may be modified or canceled during inclement weather.
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
Museum of North Carolina Minerals, 79 Parkway Maintenance Road; Spruce Pine, NC 28777
Latitude and Longitude 35.854162, -82.051422
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The event will be open from 10am until 3pm. Visitors are free to visit with re-enactors during this time. Musket firings will happen at 11 am and 1 pm.
Contact Information
Blue Ridge Parkway Interpretation Division
828-765-2761
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Event Type
- Children’s Program
- Cultural/Craft Demonstration
- Living History
- Talk