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HOURS

ort Dobbs is open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm each Tuesday-Saturday (except for major holidays) with interpretive programming offered daily.

The site is also open for SPECIAL EVENTS and by appointment. Contact site staff for arrangements.

FACILITIES

Historic Site: The original site of Fort Dobbs and its accompanying well are marked for viewing.

Log Cabin: During the 1930s, the Daughters of the American Revolution arranged for the construction of a log cabin on the grounds of the fort. The cabin was built of pre-civil war logs from two existing Iredell County structures and later featured small displays depicting military and civilian lifestyles of the mid-eighteenth century. The cabin currently houses the Petit Sutler gift shop and is used for special event artifact displays.

Picnic Shelter: A covered shelter with fifteen picnic tables, restrooms and a small playground is located at the site.

Trail: A nature trail, approximately one-half-mile long, features native wild plants and trees, some of which are labeled for identification. A written guide by area Boy Scouts is available. The trail is not handicapped accessible at this time.

The Petit Sutler: The shop, currently located in the log cabin, is open for special events.

DAILY PROGRAMS

rograms are offered daily by historic interpreters.

SITE USE

lease contact the site for use requirements.

DIRECTIONS

rom Interstate 40, take either US 21 North (exit 151) or NC 115 North (exit. 150). From US 21, turn left onto Fort Dobbs Road. From NC 115, veer right onto S. Chipley Ford Road, then turn right onto Fort Dobbs Road.

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