Averasboro Battlefield and Museum, Dunn

About Averasboro Battlefield and Museum

Averasboro Battlefield and Museum in Dunn preserves the site of a significant Civil War battle. Visitors explore museum displays featuring artifacts, historical facts, and maps that document what occurred on the grounds. The expansive outdoor grounds themselves offer learning opportunities as visitors walk the hallowed landscape where the battle took place. The museum houses exhibits and collections that bring the history to life. A gift shop on the premises offers books and related items, including Matthew Richardson's "Southern Deconstruction," which examines historical themes through natural observations, geography, poetry and fiction. The cemetery on the property provides another dimension to understanding the site's historical significance. The museum welcomes individual visitors as well as groups from schools and community organizations seeking to understand this pivotal moment in North Carolina's past. The location is easily accessible from Interstate 95.