This year’s battle will feature a full-scale 360-degree assault completely around the house. Accurate troop numbers and the actual house, which was the scene of the action, make this one of the most authentic battle reenactments anywhere. This is the only reenactment on the East Coast outside of Germantown, Pa., where the actual house is used to stage a reenactment. The walls are still dotted with 222-year-old bullet holes to prove it!
The Battle will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday and at 2 p.m. on Sunday.
The gates will open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. In addition to the reenactment, period crafts such as blacksmithing, gun engraving, weaving, pottery, and many others will be demonstrated throughout the day. A gun crew will also load and fire a reproduction 18th century artillery piece.
The House in the Horseshoe has undergone considerable changes in the past year. The interior of the house is now painted in the original 1781 colors, and the furnishings have been changed to a more 18th century style, so if you have been to the site in the past there are great reasons to visit again.
Concessions will be available from J&B Catering of Vass, or you can bring your own picnic and enjoy a beautiful view of the Deep River valley.
The House in the Horseshoe is located 17 miles from Sanford. Take NC 42 West for 12 miles to Carbonton. Turn left at the Horseshoe sign and go five miles to Alston Road and turn right, go to the end of the road. From Carthage take the Carbonton Road (SR1006/1621) and follow for 10 miles then turn left on Alston House Road.
For more information, call the site at 947-2051.
