Fort Dobbs State Historic Site will offer a glimpse of the harrowing days of the Anglo-Cherokee War Feb. 24-25. The Cherokee had been allies of the British when the French and Indian War started in 1754, but tensions quickly spiraled into hostilities. The soldiers at the fort and local settlers were attacked by dozens of warriors in a confusing night time skirmish Feb. 27, 1760.
The 258th anniversary program will feature living history interpreters portraying provincial soldiers and settlers. Musket firing demonstrations and ongoing demonstrations of 18th century military camp life will be featured.
The program will run 9 a.m.-7 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sunday. A special evening firing demonstration will be held at 6:30 p.m. Saturday. Admission is $2 per person. For more information, contact Fort Dobbs at (704) 873-5882 or www.fortdobbs.org.