A Reconstruction Era Landmark

THE EDWARD CHEEK HOUSE

Dedicated to preserving the history of our 1874 home and its vital link to the Reconstruction era of African American history, fostering education and community engagement.

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SINCE 1874

A LEGACY OF RECONSTRUCTION

The Edward Cheek House stands as an architectural witness to the Reconstruction era, preserving the vital history of African American progress and communal resilience. Built in 1874, this historic site offers an intimate portal into the post-civil war South, where every beam and floorboard echoes the stories of a people shaping their freedom and crafting a enduring legacy for generations to follow.

LOCATION

28 Dobbs St

Halifax, NC 27839

PLAN YOUR VISIT

VISITOR INFO

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LOCATION

28 Dobbs St

Halifax, NC 27839

HOURS

Tuesday — Saturday: 10:00 AM — 4:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM — 5:00 PM
Closed on Mondays and Major Holidays

CONTACT

museum@edwardcheekhouse.org
(919) 555-5555

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