History of the Nissen Wagon Works with Mike and Alanna from Musews
October 17 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Pay what you can
Nissen Wagon Works began operation in 1834 and stopped operations in the 1940s. Founded by John Philip Nissen, the company produced many wagons that were used for agricultural and general transport. Nissen was located near Waughton, which is now a part of the city of Winston-Salem. Learn about the company and the height of production, which at the time
Nissen produced up to 50 wagons daily and became one of the South’s largest manufacturers at the height of production.
Hosted by Dr. Mike Wakeford, professor of history and humanities at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, and Alanna Meltzer-Holderfield, Assistant Director of MUSE Winston-Salem.
Details coming soon!