Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin, City of Raleigh | City of Raleigh - Government
Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin, City of Raleigh | City of Raleigh - Government
Recent archaeological work at Mordecai Historic Park offers insights into the diverse history of those who have lived in the area. The excavations provide a glimpse into the lives of various groups, from contemporary residents to Indigenous peoples who inhabited the land for thousands of years.
The exploration begins with modern-day usage of the park and traces back through its establishment in the 1970s. It delves into the early 20th-century development of the Mordecai neighborhood and examines life on the property before, during, and after the Civil War. The narrative extends further to Raleigh's founding in the late 18th century.
Significantly, this historical journey concludes by acknowledging "the lives of Indigenous people who lived here for thousands of years before Europeans arrived" and highlights connections with descendant communities like "the Tuscarora Nation of North Carolina."
The event is scheduled for Saturday, March 29, at 1 p.m., and will take place at Mordecai Historic Park. It is open to all ages and free of charge.
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