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Past Events

Dec 6, 2008 - Dec 7, 2008
The Simple Joys of a A Colonial Christmas
Nov 13, 2008
Lecture on “Promoting Heritage Tourism Through the Preservation of City-Owned Cemeteries”
Oct 23, 2008
Lecture on “The Anglican Church in North Carolina in the Colonial Era”
Sep 28, 2008
Lizzie Lane’s Colonial Tea
Sep 13, 2008
Volunteer Open House
Jul 4, 2008
An Old-Fashioned July Fourth, 2008

The Simple Joys of a A Colonial Christmas

when: Dec. 6, 2008 - Dec 7, 2008

In 2008 a Colonial Christmas at Joel Lane’s home continued a 30-year tradition. From 1 to 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday of the first weekend in December, we offered activities authentic to North Carolina in the colonial through early 19-century period.

Both young and older were fascinated by reproductions of artifacts that were crucial to colonial life. Visitors touched and explored them to test their knowledge and powers of deductive reasoning.

Re-enactors on the grounds took visitors back in time. Other interpreters entertained children using colonial and early 19th-century games and crafts. Decorations inside Joel Lane’s manor house were true to the period. Music was provided by Triangle Mountain Dulcimers on Saturday and by a pianist on Sunday. Information about the house and grounds was offered by costumed docents. The gift shop was open with many wonderful gifts and stocking stuffers priced under $10, and the annual bake sale featured delicious local specialties and traditional delights. Donations were requested.