“Meet the 18th Century” at Westmoore Pottery
October 17 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Westmoore Pottery in Seagrove will host “Meet the 18th Century” on Saturday, October 17th, offering visitors an immersive look at North Carolina life during the lead-up to the American Revolution. Presented in partnership with Alamance Battleground staff and volunteers, the offsite event features both outdoor living history encampments and indoor demonstrations.
Event Highlights & Activities
-Militia Encampment: In the field adjacent to the pottery shop, the Orange County Militia will set up an 18th-century North Carolina civilian militia group encampment.
-Living History Demonstrations: Activities include arms inspections, an officers’ afternoon tea, military firing demonstrations, 18th-century medical practice exhibits, and a tavern tent.
-Pottery History: Special emphasis will be placed on 18th-century North Carolina pottery traditions, highlighting the historical blend of wares imported from England, Germany, Philadelphia, and Virginia alongside early local production.
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