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Kings Mountain National Military Park To Open Howser House
Kings Mountain National Military Park recently announced that the Howser House will be open for visitors on Saturday, May 12. This 1803 stone house, located in a remote area of the park, is only open to the public once or twice a year, so don’t miss out on this opportunity.
The stone house was built by Revolutionary War veteran and stonemason, Henry Howser. Its thick, sturdy, stone walls conveyed prosperity and affluence at a time when most were living in log houses. The home remained in the family for several generations, and was one of the more prosperous farms in the region.
Members of the park’s Friends organization, the Brigade of Friends and other park volunteers will have the house and grounds open to the public. Visitors are welcome to explore the house and appreciate Howser’s architectural talents.
 The Howser House is not handicap accessible and parking is limited. Visitors may reach the house from Rock House Road, off SC 216 (Battleground Road). Parking is located near the entrance to the house. A shuttle service from the parking area will be provided to the house. Good walking shoes are recommended.
The event is free and open to the public from 11:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. Saturday, May 12. In the event of inclement weather, the house will not be opened. For more information about this event call 864-936-7921 or visit www.nps.gov/kimo.

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