New Bern Historical Society

New Bern in the American Revolution - August 22nd
2024-08-22 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Cullman Performance Hall
Native American Canoes of Lake Phelps
Presented by Elise Carroll
September 3rd, 2025 at 11:30am
at Carolina Colours Pavilion
SOLD OUT

The lakes in North Carolina have been an important maritime resource for Native Americans for thousands of years. In the 1980s, 23 dugout canoes were discovered in and around the lake, and four were recovered for further study. Elise Carroll, conservator for the NC Office of State Archaeology’s Queen Anne’s Revenge Conservation Lab in Greenville, is working on the re-conservation of three out of the four canoes recovered from Lake Phelps, alongside the conservation of newly recovered canoe from Lake Waccamaw. Elise will discuss the history of Native American activity around the lakes, the discovery of the canoes, and the efforts to stabilize the canoes so that they are preserved for generations to come.
Prepaid reservations required. Cost is $25 for Historical Society members, and $28 for nonmembers, which includes a buffet meal format. The meal options include tossed salad w/ dressing on the side, Mahi Mahi w/lemon dill sauce, lasagna, au gratin potatoes, Italian green beans, rolls, and dessert. Iced tea, coffee, service, and gratuity are all included; wine and beer are available for purchase.

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