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Historic Carson House
Built as a walnut log cabin in 1793, the home once served as a stagecoach inn and the seat of county government until the courthouse was constructed. This historic home and private, nonprofit museum is currently filled with unusual household and plantation artifacts.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Address
- 1805 US 70 W. Marion, NC 28752
- Phone
- 828-724-4948
- Website
- www.mcdowellnc.org
- Map
- Get Directions →
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