Bentonville 160: A Photo Essay
On March 15-16, 2025, thousands of living historians from across the country descended on Bentonville Battlefield for the 160th Anniversary Reenactment of North Carolina’s largest battle. Over…
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Tag: History
Tickets on Sale for Bentonville’s 2025 Civil War Battle Reenactment
The 160th anniversary reenactment of the Battle of Bentonville will take place March 15-16, 2025. Tickets for the event, “A Terrible Storm,” are now on sale. The battle scenarios on Saturday and…
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A Flashback Through the History of the Heritage Center
We wanted to take a look back at the beginnings of the Johnston County Heritage Center as they prepare to unveil their new exhibit, "Living Under a Mushroom Cloud: The Early Cold War Years," on…
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The Entertaining History of Benton Card Co.
In Downtown Benson sits a multi-generational, family-owned business called Benton Card Company; sitting in a geographical footprint that goes back just as far. If you, like me, have previously…
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Reclaiming the Black Past: An Artifactual Journey
The Johnston County Heritage Center is hosting a special Black History event this fall highlighting stories, places, and artifacts from Johnston County and beyond. “Reclaiming the Black Past: An…
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Tobacco Farm Life Museum Barn Restoration Complete
The restoration of the tobacco barn at the Tobacco Farm Life Museum has been completed. Restoration work helped correct weather damage that had, over time, taken its toll on the historic building…
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Bentonville's Trails & Upcoming Events
Just a short reminder that it is the Year of the Trail in North Carolina. You can learn all about how and why and what in our previous blog detailing the Year of the Trail initiative and how Johnston…
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Historic Tobacco Barn At Risk in Kenly
Due to the continued support from the public, grants, and the state, the Tobacco Farm Life Museum has grown and persevered even through these last two exceedingly difficult years. However, as the…
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County Historical Markers to Be Unveiled
The Johnston County Heritage Center and Heritage Commission will unveil five historical markers in various Johnston County locations during June and July. Each unveiling ceremony will feature special…
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Recognition Event for Benson Native Jimmy Capps
If you’re a country music fan, you’ve probably heard Jimmy Capps on one of your favorite songs. He’s been described as a “king” among Nashville session guitarists and his list of credits includes…
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