Alamance Battleground State Historic Site

10/21/2026

Nathan and Drew are at the NC State Fair today for Military Appreciation Day, honoring active-duty service members, veterans, and members of the National Guard. The celebration included a parade showcasing the military through the years and a Military Uniform Review which will take place at 2:30 p.m.

10/20/2026

Shawn and Lisa had a wonderful visit today with Hal and Eleanor Pugh of New Salem Pottery! We’re excited to announce that their hand-painted redware ornaments have been restocked just in time for the upcoming holiday season. Stop by the Alamance Battleground gift shop and pick one up while supplies last!

10/17/2026

Nathan, Drew, and Shawn represented Alamance Battleground at the Militia Muster at Westmoore Pottery today! What a fantastic day to step back into the 18th century and experience the world of the colonial militia.

10/13/2026

Militia Muster this weekend at Westmoore Pottery! Alamance Battleground staff and volunteers will bring a colonial militia encampment to life. Discover the daily routines, duties, and experiences of the men who served in the militia during the years leading up to the American Revolution.
Visitors can explore the encampment, meet the militia, ask questions, and experience history through a variety of demonstrations and activities, including:

• Inspection of Arms
• An Officers’ Afternoon Tea
• Tavern Tent
• Military Firing Demonstrations

Come mingle with the militia, ask questions, and experience a glimpse of life in an 18th-century encampment!

This event will be held Saturday, October 17th from 9 AM to 5 PM at Westmoore Pottery, 4622 Busbee Rd, Seagrove, NC

10/10/2026

Today, Shawn joined Lisa in the Allen House for a little 18th-century fun! Visitors had the chance to try their hand at traditional parlor and tavern games, discovering how people in the 18th century passed the time, socialized, and enjoyed a little friendly competition.

10/08/2026

We’ll be there—and we can’t wait to see you! Come out and join us!

10/02/2026

Look! It's Nathan!

A discovery of a 1748 shipwreck, 250-year old bullet holes at a historic site and parasitic wasps.

09/27/2026

The 2026 Outlandish Scottish Festival filled Hillsborough with the Highland spirit yesterday—and Nathan was right in the heart of the festivities! We hope all you Sassenachs stopped by to say hello!

09/25/2026

Where are Nathan and Shawn today? They're out representing Alamance Battleground at a fall school event!

Any guesses where they might be?

Drop your guesses in the comments!