Point of interest
Vance Birthplace
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Tips from locals
Christopher
March 26, 2018
Birthplace of NC Gov. Zebulon B. Vance (1830-1894) The homestead is a five-room two-story log cabin with six log outbuildings: the corn crib, springhouse, smokehouse, loom house, slave house, and toolhouse. Buildings are furnished to evoke the period from 1795- 1840, including a few original pieces from the homestead. Admission is free, donations are accepted and appreciated.
Birthplace of NC Gov. Zebulon B. Vance (1830-1894) The homestead is a five-room two-story log cabin with six log outbuildings: the corn crib, springhouse, smokehouse, loom house, slave house, and toolhouse. Buildings are furnished to evoke the period from 1795- 1840, including a few original pieces…
Mary And Hart
October 14, 2017
Takes you back in time....
Christie And Katelyn
September 13, 2021
Welcome to the Vance Birthplace State Historic Site! Learn about North Carolina mountain life and culture on this reconstructed plantation in the Reems Creek Valley. Tour a 1790s slave dwelling, several 19th century outbuildings, and the reconstructed log house of the Vance family. Explore the exhibit in our visitor center to learn more about the life of Zebulon Vance and his political impact on the state. Check out our calendar of special events or drop by for a Mountain Farmstead Tour, offered Tuesday-Saturday at 11:00, 1:00, and 3:00. No time for a full tour? The site is completely self-guided. Just grab a map and explore! We also offer special group tours and field trips for schools and summer camps.
Welcome to the Vance Birthplace State Historic Site! Learn about North Carolina mountain life and culture on this reconstructed plantation in the Reems Creek Valley. Tour a 1790s slave dwelling, several 19th century outbuildings, and the reconstructed log house of the Vance family. Explore the exhib…
Lindsey
February 16, 2021
A living museum of local history with gorgeous land and an original homestead.
Kristie
July 6, 2020
Just Down the road from where you will be staying. The birth place of Zebulon Baird Vance. North Carolina's Civil War Governor. This homestead set the pioneering tone for a patriotic community.
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Location
911 Reems Creek Rd
Weaverville, NC