Beyond the bridge, nearly 1,000 North Carolina Patriots waited quietly with cannons and muskets poised to fire. This battle marked the last broadsword charge by Scottish Highlanders and the first significant victory for the Patriots in the American Revolution.
Photo: NPS Photo
Moores Creek National Battlefield
In the early morning hours of February 27, 1776, Loyalist forces charged across a partially dismantled Moores Creek Bridge.
- LocationCurrie, NC
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursToday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
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Weather now91°F Sunny
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InformationMoores Creek Visitor Center Open Tuesday-Saturday and Park Grounds Open Seven Days Per Week The Moores Creek Visitor Center/Bookstore is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9 am until 5 pm. Park grounds are open seven… Read more
The Moores Creek Visitor Center/Bookstore is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9 am until 5 pm. Park grounds are open seven days per week from 9 am until 5 pm.
InformationLighting and Maintaining Fires Information Fires are permitted only in designated areas and under specific conditions. A fire may be ignited and maintained only by… Read more
Fires are permitted only in designated areas and under specific conditions. A fire may be ignited and maintained only by using fuel sources designed and commonly used for warmth or the preparation of food, such as charcoal briquettes or natural firewood. Lighting or maintaining a fire with other materials including, but not limited to, flammable liquids, garbage, fireworks, plastics, aerosol canisters, batteries, or other manufactured or synthetic materials, is prohibited.
InformationBe Prepared for your Visit Before hiking at Moores Creek, make sure to bring all your necessary medications, sunscreen, bottled water for hikes, lo… Read more
Before hiking at Moores Creek, make sure to bring all your necessary medications, sunscreen, bottled water for hikes, loose fitting clothes for hiking, and any other items you may need.
Things to Do
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Visitor Center
Facility
The Visitor Center is open Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. This includes access to exhibits, the park's 10-minute film, "In the Most Furious Manner", the gift…
200 Moores Creek Dr., Currie, NC (910) 283-5591 Directions
Details
The Visitor Center is open Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. This includes access to exhibits, the park's 10-minute film, "In the Most Furious Manner", the gift shop, and America the Beautiful Military and Access Passes. We do not sell the Annual or Senior Passes. Although the Visitor Center is closed on Sunday and Monday, the trailhead kiosk remains open for visitors to procure basic information and stamp their National Park Service Passport. The Visitor Center phone number is 910-283-5591.
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Hours
Today: 9:00AM - 5:00PM · Visitor Center
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Visitor CenterToday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
The Visitor Center is open Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. This includes access to exhibits, the park's 10-minute film, "In the Most Furious Manner", the gift shop and America the Beautiful passes. The visitor center is closed on all Federal Holidays except Memorial Day, Independence Day and Veteran's Day. The Visitor Center Phone Number is 910-283-5591.
Monday Closed Tuesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday Closed -
Park Trail Access HoursDaily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
The grounds of Moores Creek National Battlefield are open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Areas of access include the History and Tar Heel trails, Earthworks and Battlefield, and Widow Moores Creek Bridge. Additionally, access to picnic areas and the creek are available during these hours.
Monday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Tuesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
40 Patriots Hall Dr.Currie, NC 28435
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Weather & conditions
91°F
Sunny · feels like 92°
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Today
91° 66°
Sunny10% rain
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Tomorrow
87° 71°
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Sunday
79° 70°
Light rain shower91% rain
Updated 5 hr ago
What to expect by season
Currie, North Carolina has mild Winters and moderate to hot Summers with varying humidity.
Upcoming Events
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Military Through the Ages event
About
Living historians will fill the battlefield portraying soldiers from the American Revolution, War of 1812, Civil War, as well as World War I and II. They will be joined by modern military units sharing their stories and equipment. They will offer a small glimpse into the world of military equipment and the soldiers that carried them. Throughout the day, we will be offering 18th and 19th century musket and cannon demonstrations.
They will be joined by the Tryon Palace Fife and Drum Corps, who will be presenting colonial music demonstrations in the battlefield at 11 am and 1 pm.
In addition, Dr. Kimberly Sherman from Cape Fear Community College will be presenting a program on why the Highland Scots chose the sides that they did leading up to the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge. That program will take place at 11 am in Patriot's Hall.
Additionally, we will have the reading of "I am the Infantry," a special poem highlighting the history of the infantry. That will take place at 2:00 pm in the battlefield.
A full schedule of events will be posted soon.
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Candlelight Tour
About
Experience the Battleground as you have never seen it before. This family friendly program will travel along the candlelit trail with stories of the early days of the American Revolution and of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge. Plan to arrive around 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time to check-in.
Tours last approximately 45 minutes and depart from Patriot’s Hall every 15 minutes. The walking tour will take place over uneven terrain and finishes at the Visitor Center. Visitors will then be transported back down to Patriot’s Hall via a hayride.
The first tour is at 5:30 pm and the last tour departs at 8:30 pm. Tours are free, but you must make a reservation for a slot. For large groups (examples: church groups, scout groups, or any other large groups), we require each family to call and confirm their spot within the tour. To make a reservation, please contact the park at 910-283-5591. Spots go fast, so if you are interested in joining us for this special event, make sure to call the park as soon as tickets are available to reserve your spot. Watch the park website for the announcement of ticket release!
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Christmas Comes to Currie
About
On Saturday, December 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Moores Creek National Battlefield will hold a “Christmas Comes to Currie” event. Park staff, volunteers and other living historians will offer a variety of programs and demonstrations focused on the celebration of Christmas in the 18th century. Colonial demonstrations will include Christmas cooking, playing 18th century toys and games, candle making, colonial music and more.
In addition to the living history, the park will host a special “Santa Comes to Currie” event. Bring your kids to meet Santa at Moores Creek from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Come join us for this special Christmas celebration! The event is free and open to the public.
Photos
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Small Cannon at Moore's Creek. — NPS Photo -
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Getting There
Currie, NC 28435
Moores Creek National Battlefield is located 20 miles NW of Wilmington, North Carolina. · From Highway 17, follow US 421 to NC 210, then West on NC 210 · From Interstate 40, take exit 408 (NC 210) West at Rocky Point. · From Interstate 95 North, take exit 13-A for NC 74 East towards Wilmington. · From Interstate 95 South: take exit 81-B for I-40 East towards Wilmington. · From Fayetteville, North Carolina, take Interstate 95 South to Exit 13-A Questions please call us as 910-283-5591 x2234
Mailing address: 40 Patriots Hall Dr., Currie, NC 28435
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