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The Zebulon B. Vance Birthplace is a significant historic site situated in Weaverville, Buncombe County, North Carolina. The site is under the management of the North Carolina Division of State Historic Sites. It offers a glimpse into the past, providing a unique opportunity to learn about the history and culture of the region.

Historic Structures and Guided Tours at the Vance Birthplace

Visitors to the Zebulon B. Vance Birthplace can explore various historic structures such as a loom house, tool shed, spring house, smoke house, and corn crib. The guided tours provide an in-depth look at a 1790 slave house and discuss the lives of the eighteen enslaved people who lived and worked on the Vance farm.

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#50 Free museums in North Carolina #68 History & Anthropology in North Carolina #7 Ethnology museums in North Carolina #57 Historic houses in North Carolina #19 Person & artist museums in North Carolina
Vance Birthplace
911 Reems Creek Rd
NC 28787 Weaverville
North Carolina

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
9:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
Thursday
9:00 – 17:00
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
Sunday Closed

Admission

0+Free

Facilities

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Location & Map

911 Reems Creek Rd, Weaverville

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Vance Birthplace in Weaverville, United States, offers visitors a glimpse into the early 19th-century life of Zebulon Baird Vance, a prominent figure in North Carolina's history. This historic site features a restored log cabin and several outbuildings, providing an authentic representation of pioneer living conditions. Visitors appreciate the well-preserved structures and the informative guided tours that shed light on Vance's upbringing and the broader context of the era. The site's peaceful, rural setting adds to its appeal, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the past. However, some visitors note that the museum is relatively small and can be explored quite quickly. Additionally, while the tour guides are generally knowledgeable, the depth of information provided can vary. Despite these minor drawbacks, many find the Vance Birthplace to be an educational and worthwhile stop for those interested in local history and 19th-century rural life in the American South.

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