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[Statesville Library] Local History Programs
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Explore your heritage! We are proud to be able to offer Local History programs through our library.
Upcoming Programs
| Date and Time | Program Title | Program Description |
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| June 13th at 6:00 pm | Governor Arthur Dobbs, The Critical Years: 1753-1765 | Join us for a local history program featuring guest speaker Dr. Roger Roark, who will discuss the historical significance of Governor Dobbs, his role in shaping North Carolina history, and his ties to Fort Dobbs. |
| June 15th at 6:00 pm | People Who Made Iredell Communities | This program will feature special guest speaker Justin Anderson, writer of the blog, Abandoned NC. Justin will take you inside of the heart of some of Iredell's past communities by introducing the people who created them. Learn about your role in preserving the heritage of your own community by telling its story. |
| July 18th at 6:00 pm | Tom Dooley: Iredell’s Enigma | Charlotte Corbin Barnes, author of The Tom Dooley Files, will present her research on the study of the famous North Carolina legend. She will also discuss her latest novel, a fictionalized account of Tom Dula, which will be available for purchase and signing. |
| August 24th at 6:00 pm | Local History and Genealogy Digital Collections | Come and learn about the new Digital Collections at our library for Local History & Genealogy. Thousands of images and documents have been scanned and added to this collection to provide more access for patrons. |
Open Sessions
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Session Day(s) Times Dates Location Instructor Age Participants
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Governor Arthur Dobbs, The Critical Years: 1753-1765 Tu 6:00 PM — 7:30 PM 6/13/2023 Main Floor Meeting Room Dr. Roger Roark 18 and over 7 / 50 Register
Registration for this session begins May 1, 2023 8:00 AM and ends June 13, 2023 5:00 PM.
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People Who Made Iredell Communities Th 6:00 PM — 7:00 PM 6/15/2023 Main Floor Meeting Room Justin Anderson 18 and over 11 / 50 Register
Registration for this session begins May 1, 2023 8:00 AM and ends June 15, 2023 5:00 PM.
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Tom Dooley: Iredell’s Enigma Tu 6:00 PM — 7:30 PM 7/18/2023 Main Floor Meeting Room Charlotte Corbin Barnes 18 and over 5 / 50 Register
Registration for this session begins May 1, 2023 8:00 AM and ends July 18, 2023 5:00 PM.
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Local History and Genealogy Digital Collections Th 6:00 PM — 7:00 PM 8/24/2023 Main Floor Meeting Room Shellie Taylor 18 and over 4 / 50 Register
Registration for this session begins May 1, 2023 8:00 AM and ends August 24, 2023 5:00 PM.