Fort Dobbs State Historic Site will come to life on Saturday, June 28, as costumed interpreters demonstrate colonial trades. In the 1750s, the North Carolina backcountry was home to hundreds of families. While many were farmers, some colonists performed specialized trades which helped build their households and supported their growing communities. Highlighted trades on display will include blacksmithing, woodworking, brick making, cooking, and shoe making, among others. Fort Dobbs is administered by the N.C. Division of State Historic Sites within the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
The program will run 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. While the event is free, a $2 donation is suggested. For more information, contact Fort Dobbs at 704-873-5882 or visit www.fortdobbs.org.
About Fort Dobbs
Fort Dobbs State Historic Site’s mission is to preserve and interpret the history of Fort Dobbs and North Carolina’s role in the French and Indian War. The site is located at 438 Fort Dobbs Rd, Statesville, N.C., and is open Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Special events and living history weekends are offered throughout the year.
About the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) manages, promotes, and enhances the things that people love about North Carolina – its diverse arts and culture, rich history, and spectacular natural areas. Through its programs, the department enhances education, stimulates economic development, improves public health, expands accessibility, and strengthens community resiliency.