These 6 Historic Villages In North Carolina Will Transport You Into A Different Time
Out of the more than 90,000 listings of historic structures, buildings, objects, sites, and districts in the National Register across the U.S., North Carolina owns approximately 2,900, lately coming in at an average of 35 new nominations per year. Out of those 2,900 listings, about 540 are historic districts holding the treasures of hundreds of contributing commercial and industrial districts, residential neighborhoods, prehistoric and historic archaeological districts, rural farming districts, and mill villages. And out of the state’s properties listed in the National Register, only about 15 percent are publicly owned. Below are a few historic villages you are free to investigate and roam in The Tar Heel State, holding interesting secrets to the past.
Historic Halifax holds significant history
as in the spring of 1776, North Carolina's Fourth Provincial Congress met in Halifax, and on April 12 unanimously adopted a document later called the "Halifax Resolves," the first official action by an entire colony recommending independence from England.
Halifax State Historic Site, 25 St David St, Halifax, NC 27839, USA
The Tryon Palace Fife and Drum Corps are known to participate in events at Historic Halifax.
Through the important genealogical records, their important histories live on.
Located on the site of the former town of Waynesborough, these lovely 150 acres along the Neuse and Little Rivers, offer a village featuring nine historic buildings brought from across the county. Check out this lovely general store.
Old Waynesborough Park, 801 US-117, Goldsboro, NC 27530, USA
The ingredients of turpentine, cayenne pepper, and camphor will surely revive you.
Originally erected in 1905, this historic property offers a picture of a typical textile mill village in the Carolinas.
Many of the structures still exist and some have been renovated so that you can spend the night.
Henry River Mill Village, 4255 Henry River Rd, Hickory, NC 28602, USA
Even in the winter, this is a beautiful adventure for the entire family.
Step back in time and experience life in an authentic, 19th-century gold-mining
village, including the Powder House for storing dynamite. This structure is located on the walking trail that is a part of the Gold Hill Rail Trail.
Gold Hill Mines Historic Park, 735 St Stephens Church Rd, Gold Hill, NC 28071, USA
Back in its heyday, Main Street was a bustling, mile-long stretch with at least 23 saloons (they were a thirsty bunch), 16 merchants, a 30-room hotel, and a two-story mining office.
Guided tours are available Thursday through
Sunday with advance notice and reservation.
Established in 1973, the 200-acre village is a collection of 103 log cabins and buildings preserved by Dr. Robert Hart III.
The houses showcase colonial and pioneer-era life.
Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Rd, Vale, NC 28168, USA
See what upcoming classes are offered.
This small piece of American history is a treasure holding memories of simpler times.
Be sure to see the schedule and upcoming events.
And some visits feature history alive with old-time fiddlers, and other artists offering demonstrations.
Carl J McEwen Historic Village, 7601 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd, Mint Hill, NC 28227, USA
What days this rustic machine must have experienced before there were rubber tires and paved roads?
We hope you are moved to visit one of these historic villages and experience North Carolina’s past. They truly make it possible to travel back in time. For more information about North Carolina’s good ol’ days, read about these 10 historic towns.
Address: Carl J McEwen Historic Village, 7601 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd, Mint Hill, NC 28227, USA
Address: Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Rd, Vale, NC 28168, USA
Address: Gold Hill Mines Historic Park, 735 St Stephens Church Rd, Gold Hill, NC 28071, USA
Address: Henry River Mill Village, 4255 Henry River Rd, Hickory, NC 28602, USA
Address: Old Waynesborough Park, 801 US-117, Goldsboro, NC 27530, USA
Address: Halifax State Historic Site, 25 St David St, Halifax, NC 27839, USA
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