The Birthplace of North Carolina's Capital

General Info

Joel Lane's house, a jewel of mid-Atlantic Georgian architecture, was built circa 1770 in North Carolina's back country. In 1792, Joel Lane sold 1,000 acres to the state of NC for building the new capital city. His house is open for tours led by costumed docents who will take you on a virtual trip back in time to the founding of the state and the nation. Also on the site is a gorgeous neo-colonial garden, herb garden, middle-class home of 1790, and a Visitors Center with a museum shop packed with delightful books, gifts, and souvenirs for young and old.

Extra Phones

Fax: 919-833-9431

Hours

Regular Hours

Mon - Tue	Closed
Wed - Fri:	10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sat:	1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Sun	Closed

Categories

Historical Places, Museums, Tourist Information & Attractions

Payment Options

Location

At the corner of Saint Mary's and Hargett Streets near downtown Raleigh, NC.

Neighborhood

University

Amenities

On-street parking, public restroom newly built spring 2010, gardens (formal English and herb) with benches for rest & relaxation

Accreditation

American Association of State & Local History

Other Link

http://www.joellane.org