Civil War buffs and history enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to Bennett Place, the farmhouse where Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston and Union General William T. Sherman met to sign the surrender papers for Confederate troops in the Carolinas, Georgia, and Florida. The original Bennett farmhouse and outbuildings (a kitchen and smokehouse) were destroyed by fire in1921, but they were painstakingly reconstructed in the 1960s. The site offers a look at the life of a typical Southern farmer during the Civil War years.
In the visitor center you can view exhibitions about the
Bennett family and the Civil War. In addition, a 15-minute audiovisual
program, Dawn
of Peace, is shown every hour.
Location
Bennett Place is located at 4409 Memorial Road. Driving directions can be found at the Bennett Place Web site.
Hours of operation
Bennett Place is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. It is closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Admission
Admission is free, but donations are appreciated.
Contact information
Call (919) 383-4345.
Disabled access
The visitor center provides disabled access, but there are no ramps to the historic buildings, which makes navigation difficult for those using wheelchairs.
Additional information
There is no food concession available, but two picnic areas are on the grounds for those who wish to bring their own food.
Special events that focus on military and farm life are scheduled throughout the year, including an annual "surrender program."
Guided tours are available and occur every half-hour.
Please note
Cost, hours of operation, or other information about this attraction is subject to change without notice. We suggest you confirm with the attraction prior to your visit.
