Record #:

5276

Author(s):

Brafford, Kevin

Abstract:

Lucius Morse and his brothers purchased Chimney Rock in Rutherford County in 1902, for $5,000 and planned to develop it as a tourist attraction. Brafford discusses the Morse family's vision and the special events honoring the park's 100th anniversary in 2002.

Source:

North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 60 Issue 6, June 2002, p10, il

Subject(s):

Chimney Rock State Park; Parks--Rutherford County