Harvest and Hornworm Festival
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Event Details
In the morning, see demonstrations of historic tobacco harvesting, stringing, and curing. In the afternoon, hear the sounds of the only tobacco auction left in Durham. Throughout the day, enjoy the hornworm race, MoonPie eating contest, musical entertainment, craft vendors, refreshments, and more. 10 am - 4 pm.
Harvest and Hornworm Festival
Phone : (919)477-5498 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : dukehomestead@verizon.net
Web: www.nchistoricsites.org/duke/
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