The North Carolina Division of State Historic Sites has been awarded $114,500 to acquire five acres of land adjacent to the Fort Dobbs State Historic Site. This funding, provided by the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, will support the site's continued preservation and enhance its ability to offer an authentic representation of frontier life during the years 1754-1763.
“Landscapes, along with our historic structures, are integral to our understanding of how people lived and worked in the past. We extend our sincere thanks to the North Carolina Land and Water Fund for this gift, which guarantees the long-term stewardship and preservation of this important property,” said Michelle Lanier, director of the Division of State Historic Sites.
This new acquisition will allow the Fort Dobbs State Historic Site to expand and offer an even more engaging historical experience for visitors. In addition to preserving open grassland and protecting significant archaeological resources, it will also safeguard important viewsheds that are integral to the site’s historical interpretation of the French and Indian War in North Carolina.
About The Fort Dobbs State Historic Site
The Fort Dobbs State Historic Site is the only North Carolina State Historic Site that represents North Carolina's link to the French and Indian War, a global war for empire that crossed five continents, lasted nearly a decade, and sowed the seeds for independence. The site welcomes 19,000 annual visitors and features a full-scale replica of a log blockhouse fort, a visitor center, picnic shelters, and walking trails with historical waysides. The site is located at 438 Fort Dobbs Road, Statesville, N.C. 28625. For more information, visit https://historicsites.nc.gov/all-sites/fort-dobbs or call (704) 873-5882.
About The North Carolina Land and Water Fund
Created in 1996, NCLWF has conserved over half a million acres of land and has protected and restored 3,000 miles of streams and rivers. NCLWF has awarded grants to all 100 counties in North Carolina to help ensure public access to clean drinking water and the protection and preservation of our natural habitats for future generations to enjoy.
The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) manages, promotes, and enhances the things that people love about North Carolina – its diverse arts and culture, rich history, and spectacular natural areas. Through its programs, the department enhances education, stimulates economic development, improves public health, expands accessibility, and strengthens community resiliency.