Moores Creek National Battlefield hosting anniversary celebration next month
CURRIE, NC (WWAY) — Moores Creek National Battlefield will be commemorating the 248th Anniversary of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge next month.
Park staff, park partners, volunteers, and other living historians will be offering a variety of programs and demonstrations throughout the weekend of February 24th and 25th.
The event will begin with a Wreath Laying Ceremony at 10:00 am on Saturday the 24th. Demonstrations and programs will include battle commemoration programs at 12 and 3:30 pm on Saturday the 24th and 1:00 and 3:30 pm on Sunday the 25th.
Performances by the Tryon Palace Fife and Drum Corps will happen on Saturday Feb. 24 and the Wilmington Police Pipes and Drums on Sunday the 25th.
There will also be playing 18th century toys and games, blacksmithing, candle making Loyalist and Patriot programs, guest speakers, guided tours, and more.
