Tarkil Branch Farm Homestead Museum This restored 1830s homestead is a fine example of early farm life typical of most families in rural NC in the 19th century. The home, with period furnishings, and the nine outbuildings, all bring back the sights, sounds, and genuine feel of a disappearing lifestyle. See the 1925 country store, smokehouse, tobacco barn, and old farm equipment on the working farm. Wagon tours and a hiking trail for children and adults. Prior arrangements necessary. (910) 298-3804. Email: abf@intrstar.net. 1198 Fountaintown Road, Beulaville, NC
Mike's Farm and Country Store This farm is a family oriented business and is open to
the general public. "Agri-Tourism", which is our specialty, includes hayrides, Christmas trees, pumpkin picking and a variety of other crops. We also host different events throughout the year such as group cookouts, birthday parties, luncheons, etc. Our primary goal is to educate children about farm life of today & years ago. We have educational school tours in the spring & fall. An animal petting area is also available for children. For more information, click on one of the links to the left, or contact us at: Mike's Farm, 767 Luther Banks Road, Beulaville, NC 28518. Telephone: (910)324-3422. Toll Free: 888-820-FARM. Email: mikesfarm@always-online.com
Glenwood Farms Located in northern Duplin County, Glenwood Farms is a 100-acre farm showcasing the variety of products that make up the agricultural heritage of Duplin County and North Carolina. Both kids and adults can have an exciting, hands-on learning experience. Glenwood Farms features a petting zoo, a 5-acre corn maze, duck pond, fish house, farm animals, harvesting of in-season produce, playground and picnic tables, and a pecan orchard. The fall season features a “Spook Trail”, and during the Christmas season, a lighted ½ mile “Christmas Hayride” is offered. The farm can also host birthday parties and family reunions. Contact us at Glennwood Farms,
413 NC Hwy 403 E
Mt.Olive, NC 28365, Telephone: (919) 658-2288, Email:Glenwood_Farms@yahoo.com.
Liberty Hall Located in nearby Kenansville, the ancestral home of the Kenan family built in the early 1800's, has been restored and is now a Southern Historic Landmark welcoming visitors from all over the world. Come to Liberty Hall and discover North Carolina as it was 150 years ago. Meet the Kenan family in the Visitors Center's Theater. Tour the main house and share the life of a comfortable Southern plantation family of the 1850's. Stroll the garden paths and listen to the tunes of friendly songbirds. Visit the ten "dependencies" (support buildings) that contributed to the everyday life on a Southern plantation. Come to Liberty Hall and take a journey to another time and a special place in history... and the story of forgotten land.Contact Info:
(910) 296-2175.
Or Write to:
Liberty Hall
P.O.Box 634
Kenansville, NC 28349
Cowan Museum A collection of the rare, the unique and the unusual can be discovered at Cowan Museum. A multitude of artifacts fill the restored 1848 Kelly-Farrior home depicting the early rural heritage of North Carolina and Duplin County. Scores of woodworking tools, early farm implements, household utensils from the 18th and 19th century, and many other long-forgotten and intriguing items are displayed in the two-story historic dwelling.On the grounds are a one-room log schoolhouse, a furnished log cabin, 10-foot diameter cart wheels, a blacksmith shop and a log tobacco barn.
A trip through Cowan Museum is a hands-on learning and entertaining experience for all ages. Here is history you can touch, history that comes alive.
Contact Info: 411 S. Main Street
P.O. Box 950, Kenansville, NC 28349
Phone: 910-296-2149
Kenan Memorial Ampitheater Located in nearby Kenansville, this is a 1,000-seat amphitheater hosting seasonal stage shows under the stars. Shows include various productions ranging from plays, comedy shows, to music.
Duplin Winery Located in nearby Rose Hill, Duplin Winery produces a wide variety of award-winning wines.
Duplin Winery offers Free Daily Tours and Tastings. We do encourage large groups to call in advance to schedule an appointment, walk ins are always welcome. While shopping at Duplin Winery, you may choose from our fully stocked showroom of accessories, wine racks, glasses, jewelry, muscadine scented candles and more. We always have your favorite Duplin wines, port, and champagnes available
Duplin Winery also has some of the best Dinner Shows on the East Coast. Check out our web site for more information and for specific dates. The Dinner Show meals are prepared by our Bistro at Duplin Winery. The Bistro serves lunch daily from 11:30 until
Duplin Wine Cellars, Inc.
Malissa Zehring
505 N. Sycamore St.
Rose Hill, NC 28458
www.duplinwinery.com