Salisbury, North Carolina

Josephus Hall House

This impressive house museum was once home to Dr. Josephus Hall, Chief Surgeon at the Salisbury Confederate Prison during the Civil War. Built in 1820 in the Federal style, additions in 1859 and in 1900

Salisbury Confederate Prison Symposium

Join us as we continue to explore the 1861-1865 history of North Carolina's military prison during the War between the States. Lectures will cover a variety of topics relating to the Prison and those who were there. Friday's "Reunion of Descendants and Friends" and "Friendship Banquet"

Eagle Point Nature Preserve

Two hundred acre natural area on remote part of High Rock Lake. Visitors can hike 4.5 miles of trails to vistas of the lake and wildlife observation points. Self introspective nature trails, old home sites, seasonal canoe access, and fishing from the shore.

Edith M. Clark History/Genealogy Room-Rowan Public Library

Historic National Cemetery and Confederate Prison Site

Dedicated in 1874, this is the final resting place for veterans of all wars. Buried in 18 trench graves are 11,700 Union soldiers who died at the Salisbury Confederate Prison during the Civil War. Office open 8 am - 4:30