Site of the only French & Indian War fort in NC. Archaeological sites, artifact displays, nature trails & living history events. Named for Royal Governor Arthur Dobbs who authorized the forts construction in 1756. Currently under redevelopment with Phase 1 including reconstruction of the fort structure, followed by additional interpretative structures, exhibits and a visitor center/museum. Tuesday-Saturday 9am-5pm.
Fort Dobbs State Historic Site
438 Ft. Dobbs Rd.
Statesville, NC 28625
Latitude: 35° 49' 16.3194" N
Longitude: -80° 53' 37.3194" W
Business:
www.nchistoricsites.org/dobbs
I-40 Exit 151, North on Hwy 21 to Fort Dobbs Road and turn left OR I-77 Exit 54, South on Hwy 21 to Fort Dobbs Road and turn right.
- Accepts Company Checks
- Accessible for Motorcoaches / RVs
- Admission Charge $: None. Donations welcome.
- Alcohol: Prohibited
- Children Welcome
- Donations Accepted
- Flush Toilets
- Free Parking
- Gift / Retail Shop
- Group Tour Site
- Hiking/Walking Trail
- Hours of Operation: Tuesday through Saturday, 9 am-5 pm except major holidays
- Min # to Qualify for Group Rate: All groups welcome
- Motorcoach Parking
- Parking Lot: Gravel
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Reservations Required for Groups
- Season of Operation: Year Round
- Tour - Guided
- Tour - Self Guided
- Tour Buses Welcome
- Tour Group Greeter
- Tour Guide Available
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