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Historic National Cemetery and Confederate Prison Site


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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 pm Monday - Friday. Grounds are never closed.This self-guided driving tour is a must for Civil War buffs. Although nothing remains of the Salisbury Prison, the tour poignantly provides insights into this period of our history. Three monuments erected by the State of Maine, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the U.S. Government stand in the Salisbury National Cemetery as a tribute to the Union soldiers who died while at the prison. CDs of the driving tour are available at a charge of $5 at the Visitor Information Center in the Gateway Building located at 204 E. Innes Street




Address:
202 Government Rd.
Salisbury, NC 28144
Phone: (800)332-2343
Our Email: visitorinfo@visitsalisburync.com
Our Website:www.visitsalisburync.com

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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, NC Historic Homes

1839 Antiques

Over 5,000 square feet of affordable English and American furniture, prints, china, silver, brass and copper. Largest selection of old stained glass windows in the area.Open Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm. Mondays by chance or appointment.

Salisbury, NC Businesses

The Salisbury Emporium

The Salisbury Emporium is a collection of 85 shops located in the 100 year old restored Frick Sawmill Supply building in the historic railroad corridor, listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. You will find over 15,000

Salisbury, NC Businesses

Queen's Gifts

Specializing in collectibles, accessories and souvenirs. Located in Downtown Salisbury at 105 North Main Street. Queen's offers Tom Clark Gnomes, Hummel Figurines, Anri Wood Carvings, Ron Lee Clowns, Snow Babies, Lladro and Fontanini Figures, and lots of other interesting items.

Salisbury, NC Businesses

Holiday Caravan Christmas Parade - Spencer to Salisbury

Known as the "Carolinas' Loveliest & Liveliest" Holiday Parade; volunteer produced since 1960; quality entertainment, totally free to the public. Parade begins in Spencer NC at 2 pm and in Salisbury NC at 3 pm. One of the few parades in the nation with a holiday theme that goes simultaneously in 2

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