Near Dunn in Harnett County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Averasboro Battlefield Museum
Photographed By Robert Cole, June 6, 2010
1. Averasboro Battlefield Museum Marker
Photo collection of structures and terrain, and Civil War era diagram of the Averasboro battlegrounds. Pictures furnished by R.L. Hamilton; map research and drawn by R.L. Hamilton.
John C. Smith home (Oak Grove) built in 1793, used as a Union Hospital in the Battle of Averasboro.
Top right:
William T. Smith home, built in 1834, used as a Union Hospital in the Battle of Averasboro.
Middle Left:
Farquhard Smith home (Lebanon) built in 1825, used as a Confederate Hospital in the Battle of Averasboro. Location: Old Raleigh and Fayetteville Hwy. Now Hwy 82, Harnett Co, NC.
Middle Right:
Chicora Cemetery, located on Averasboro Battleground on Old Raleigh and Fayetteville Hwy. In Harnett Co, NC 1865.
1st from bottom left:
Old Raleigh and Fayetteville Hwy roadbed, McAllister Millcreek (Bumpus Creek).
2nd from bottom left:
Old Raleigh and Fayetteville Hwy, at Fishpond Branch.
3rd from bottom left:
Old road leading to Joel Williams Mill on McAllister Millcreek (Bumpus Creek).
4th from bottom left:
Remains of Joel Williams mill on McAllister Millcreek (Bumpus Creek).
5th from bottom left:
Millstone from Joel Williams mill.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. A significant historical year for this entry is 1793.
Location. 35° 15.997′ N, 78° 40.323′ W. Marker is near Dunn, North Carolina, in Harnett
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. North Carolina (a few steps from this marker); Battle of Averasboro (a few steps from this marker); Model 1841 6-pounder Gun (within shouting distance of this marker); Union Headquarters (approx. 0.2 miles away); Chicora Cemetery (approx. 0.2 miles away); Men of South Carolina (approx. 0.2 miles away); a different marker also named Battle of Averasboro (approx. 0.2 miles away); Confederate Soldiers of McLaws Division (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dunn.
Also see . . .
1. Averasboro Civil War Museum & Battlefield. Museum website homepage (Submitted on June 11, 2010, by Cleo Robertson of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.)
2. Averasboro Battlefield Museum. Places on Line website entry (Submitted on June 11, 2010, by Cleo Robertson of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.)
Photographed By Robert Cole, June 6, 2010
2. Averasboro Battlefield Museum Marker
Photographed By Robert Cole, June 6, 2010
3. Averasboro Battlefield Museum Marker
Marker, period flag exhibit in background, and museum building. The Averasboro Battlefield Commission, Inc (ABCI) is tasked with the responsibility to preserve and present the story of the Battle of Averasboro, and lead in the preservation, presentation and promotion of the Averasboro Battlefield, Smithville Plantation and related history.
Photographed By Robert Cole, June 6, 2010
4. Averasboro Battlefield Museum
Living history cabin and reenactment field. Each year, exciting events are happening at the Averasboro Battlefield and Museum. Although specific events and times differ from year to year, here are some of the wonderful and informative events hosted recently: Living History Event (living historians, reenactors, displays, presentations and demonstrations), Ghost Walk Tour, Horse and Pony Rides, Averasboro Fiber Festival (spinning, weaving, knitting, sheep shearing, working sheep dogs, and more), Battle Reenactment (tactics and demonstrations), Field Trips and Tours, Golf Benefit and Yard Sale.
Photographed By Robert Cole, June 6, 2010
5. Averasboro Battlefield Museum Marker
Photographed By Robert Cole, June 6, 2010
6. Averasboro Battlefield Museum
Photographed By Robert Cole, June 6, 2010
7. Averasboro Battlefield Museum
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8. Averasboro Battlefield Museum
Photographed By Unknown (ABCI Photo), April 4, 2008
9. Averasboro Battlefield Museum
Battlefield reenactment event. Edenton Bell Artillery Battery.
Photographed By Robert Cole, June 6, 2010
10. Averasboro Battlefield Museum Marker
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11. Union Commander at Averasboro
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12. Union Commanders at Averasboro
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13. Union Commanders at Averasboro
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14. Confederate Commander at Averasboro
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15. Confederate Commanders at Averasboro
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16. Confederate Commanders at Averasboro
Photographed By Robert Cole, June 6, 2010
17. Confederate Commanders at Averasboro
Credits. This page was last revised on February 23, 2024. It was originally submitted on June 11, 2010, by Cleo Robertson of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This page has been viewed 1,866 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17. submitted on June 11, 2010, by Cleo Robertson of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
