Join us for a special morning with author Marcia Phillips as she discusses her new book, The Regulator Movement in North Carolina — the forgotten story of America's first freedom fighters. Before the Boston Tea Party, before Paul Revere's ride, thousands of backcountry North Carolina settlers rose up against corrupt royal governors, excessive taxation, and […]
Travel into the rich history of Lewisville, North Carolina. This month we are exploring the Nissen Wagons and their importance to the local economy, the Civil War and travel. How are they connected to sites that are not far from here? Curious? Explore these stories through a fascinating journey through time and place. Be sure […]
Travel into the rich history of Lewisville, North Carolina. This month for America's 250 anniversary, we are sharing the stories of Colonel Joseph Williams and General Cornwallis, sworn enemies of the war for American independance. Curious? Explore these stories through a fascinating journey through time and place. Be sure to check out our monthly calendar for exciting […]
Bringing in the Harvest at the Historic Nissen House! Step back into Lewisville in the 1880s to experience how farm families celebrated the harvest season. The event combines hands-on activities, storytelling, and authentic demonstrations inside the Historic Nissen House, with opportunities to explore the surrounding grounds for a taste of rural life. For a suggested […]
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, […]
