The Alamance County Historical Museum
Cordially invites you to Dinner and Lecture by
Warren L. Bingham
George Washington Slept "Near" Here:
"George Washington's 1791 Southern Tour"
Newly elected president George Washington set out to visit the new nation aware that he was the singular unifying figure in America. The journey's finale was the Southern Tour, starting in March 1791. The long and arduous trek from the capital, Philadelphia, passed through seven states and the future Washington, D.C. But the focus was on Virginia, the Carolinas and Georgia. The president kept a rigorous schedule, enduring rugged roads and hazardous water crossings. His highly anticipated arrival in each destination was celebrated with countless teas, parades, dinners and dances. Author Warren Bingham reveals the history and lore of the most beloved American president and his survey of the newly formed southern United States.
Thursday, March 21, 2024
6:00 pm
Alamance Country Club
Burlington, NC
$80 per person
Rsvp to Museum by March 14, 2024
(336)226-8254
Checks and Cedit cards accepted
Cash Bar
The Alamance County Historical Museum
Cordially invites you to a luncheon with
Linda Carnes-McNaughton, Ph.D.
“Rockefellers in North Carolina: Overhills Estate and the Development of Fort Bragg”
Located in the Sandhills region of North Carolina, Overhills was a private estate and nature preserve owned by Percy Avery Rockefeller (1878-1934) and his descendants. The estate included a Donald Ross-designed golf course, polo field, stables, kennels, and extensive bridle trails, as well as several Rockefeller homes, including Croaton (1929) and Birdsong (1963). In 1997 much of Overhills Estate was acquired by Fort Bragg (now Fort Liberty) for 29.4 million dollars. Dr. Carnes-McNaughton will provide insight into the complex history and archaeology of this fascinating and little-known site.
Thursday, April 25, 2024
11:30 am
Alamance Country Club
2402 Pineway Drive, Burlington, NC.
$60 per person (includes a donation to the museum)
Rsvp to Museum by April 19, 2024
(336)226-8254
Checks and credit cards accepted
The Alamance County Historical Museum
Lecture Dinner Series
Presents
Lisa Cox
Historic Interpreter II, Alamance Battleground
The Battle of Alamance:
Its History and Designation as a State Historic Site
Thursday, May 23
6:00 pm
Michelle’s Kitchen & Table
2461 S. Church St., Burlington, NC.
$50 per person
Rsvp to Museum by May 20, 2024
(336)226-8254
Checks and credit cards accepted
This a continuing event
Plants will be sent at appropriate time for planting.