In 1771, an armed group of farmers calling themselves Regulators battled with royal governor William Tryon's militia on land now preserved at Alamance Battleground State Historic Site.

Alamance Battleground is a North Carolina State Historic Site commemorating the Battle of Alamance. The historic site is located south of Burlington, Alamance County, North Carolina in the United States. [2]

Come to Alamance Battleground and experience North Carolina's pre-Revolutionary history. Looking for something to do? Alamance Battleground offers a variety of activities, including trails, a self guided tour and outdoor exhibits. Bring your …

The Battle of Alamance, which took place on May 16, 1771, was the final confrontation of the Regulator Movement, a rebellion in colonial North Carolina over various issues with the Colonial Government. The Regulators primarily wanted reforms …

Alamance Battleground On this site in 1771, an armed rebellion of backcountry farmers — calling themselves Regulators — battled against royal governor William Tryon's militia. Visitors can tour the battlefield, the 18th-century Allen House, and battlefield monuments.

Alamance Battleground Here in 1771, an armed rebellion of backcountry farmers called Regulators battled with royal governor William Tryon's militia. The spark for this conflict was growing resentment in the Carolina colony against the taxes, dishonest sheriffs, and illegal fees imposed by the British Crown.

Experience the rich history of Alamance Battleground with our guided tour. Join us at 11am, 1pm, or 3pm for a scheduled tour, or request a tour at your convenience. Our knowledgeable site employees will take you on a journey through time, including a viewing of the film, a tour of the Allen House, and a guided tour of the battlefield.

Today, visitors can visit the 44-acre site to learn more about the battle, the Regulator Movement, and the American Revolution. The visitor center has exhibits, informational movies, and archaeological finds from the site, including a powder horn of …

Alamance Battleground is the site where Royal Governor William Tryon led the NC militia against the Regulators in battle on May 16, 1771. Located on the grounds is the Allen House, a log dwelling characteristic of those lived in by frontier people on the western fringes of the colony.

The site where Royal Governor William Tryon led the NC militia against the Regulators in battle on May 16, 1771. Located on the grounds is the Allen House, a log dwelling characteristic of those lived in by frontier people on the western fringes of the colony.