Four appellate teams comprised of high school students from North Carolina will compete in a Moot Court competition to debate the authenticity of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence. The two teams who win the semi-final will then debate in a final round. The competition will be held at the Charles Jonas Federal Court House on […]
The Charlotte Museum of History is set to unveil a compelling new exhibit on May 20, 2025, titled "Meck Dec 250." This exhibit will delve into the evolving concepts of freedom and liberty, beginning with an exploration of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence (Meck Dec) and its significance as a legacy-defining moment. Visitors will engage […]
Each year on May 20th, Charlotte commemorates the anniversary of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence with a ceremony at the intersection of Trade and Tryon Streets, known as Independence Square. This event, sponsored by Charlotte Center City Partners, celebrates the historic 1775 declaration, in which local leaders proclaimed their freedom from British rule. This year […]
Join us for our 5th Annual Captain Jack Dinner on the evening of May 20th at Olde Mecklenburg Brewery. This year we are joined by writer Andrew Waters, author of Backcountry War: The Rise of Francis Marion, Banastre Tarleton, and Thomas Sumter, speaking on the topic of “The Revolution in Mecklenburg.” This event is sold […]
This brew-infused chartered bus tour is back by popular demand! We had such fun on the first one, that we are back for an encore. We hope you join us on this brew-infused Charlotte history tour!
Join us for our Annual Captain Jack Dinner on the evening of May 19th at Olde Mecklenburg Brewery. This year we are joined by James C. Howell. Dr. Howell is the […]
Each year on May 20th, Charlotte commemorates the anniversary of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence with a ceremony at the intersection of Trade and Tryon Streets, known as Independence Square. […]
