Grounds Tour at Fort Defiance | Kids Out and About Charlotte

Grounds Tour at Fort Defiance

Explore the historic grounds of Fort Defiance at your own pace with a self-guided tour map available in the Visitor Center. Discover centuries of history as you visit the smokehouse, historic cemeteries, and William Lenoir’s unique collection of trees throughout the property.

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Discover the stories hidden across the grounds of Fort Defiance on a self-guided tour at your own pace. Pick up a map in the Visitor Center and wander through more than 200 years of history, from the historic home and smokehouse to two historic cemeteries and William Lenoir’s remarkable collection of nut trees, including a towering bald cypress and a rare chestnut tree. Every stop offers a glimpse into the people, landscapes, and traditions that shaped this historic property.

Location: 
1792 Fort Defiance Drive, Lenoir, NC, USA
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Contact name: 
Fort Defiance Staff
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Dates: 
08/13/2026
08/14/2026
08/15/2026
Time: 
10:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Price: 
FREE

Ages

All Ages Adults & kids together Adults without kids