18th Century Speaker Event & Dinner

Historical Presentation (Open to Public)

There is an Optional Dinner, which costs $20 (cash) per person, presented at the door.  

“John Carson: The Patriot Who Took Protection”

Presented by

Doug Swaim

Summary:

“John Carson: The Patriot Who Took Protection”

Who was John Carson, builder of the Carson House in McDowell County, and why did his actions during the Revolution become controversial, with tragic consequences almost 50 years later? 

BIO

Doug is a North Carolina native with deep roots in western NC. Before retiring to Little Switzerland, he had a first career doing historic preservation work, and a second career in finance and management. Spoiler alert: John Carson is not his patriot ancestor. But could he have been? Was Carson truly a Patriot? 

These Monthly Historical presentations are held at the Morganton Community House located at 120 N. King St, Morganton, North Carolina 28655 and are Free to attend.

There is an Optional Dinner, which costs $20 (cash) per person, presented at the door. If you plan to attend, please notify the CAESAR President, Dr. Tom Lesser, via email, no later than the Friday prior to allow for a proper headcount on the day of event for both seating and meals.

Planned Meal is:

BBQ, Fried Okra, Mashed Potatoes, and Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

** Meal is subject to change based on venue availability