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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 11 am and 1 pm.
For more information, call the Museum of North Carolina Minerals
at 828-765-2761 or e-mail [email protected].
Events may be modified or canceled during inclement weather.
