New Exhibit Opening
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'The American Revolution: Turmoil In The Carolina Backcountry'
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This exhibit gives a historical over view of the attitude and determination in the Carolina backcountry
before and during the British conflict with the American colonies. You will feel the colonist determination
throughout the exhibit as you read the decorative text panels, view the authentic artifacts and play with
the interactive kiosk that will lead you through the Overmountain Victory Trail to the famous battle on
Kings Mountain; a victory won by the backcountry patriots, changing the outcome of the Revolutionary War.
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Old Wilkes, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization formed in 1968. Old Wilkes, Inc. is responsible for operating and
maintaining the Old Wilkes Jail (c. 1859), Robert Cleveland Log Home (c. 1779), and the Wilkes Heritage Museum
(former Wilkes County Courthouse, c. 1902).
The Wilkes Heritage Museum consists of a self-guided tour featuring exhibits including early settlement, medicine,
military history, moonshine, and early stock-car racing.
Guided tours of the Old Wilkes Jail and Robert Cleveland Log Home are given at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm Tuesday-
Saturday. Special programs are also offered; call for availability.
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BINGO event
February 21, 2009
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Ghost Tours
April 11, 2009
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Ghost Tours
May 09, 2009
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'Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame' Inductee Ceremony
June 12, 2009
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Ghost Tours
June 13, 2009
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Yard Sale
July 11, 2009
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Ghost Tours
July 11, 2009
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Ghost Tours
August 08, 2009
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