Nothing saves a historic structure like a visit from an American President. But a precious few can claim they welcomed a future president into the world. At least that's the story that has keep the Andrew Johnson Birthplace standing for more than 200 years. But is it true? There's a fascinating story behind it.

As part of our ongoing podcast series, "Burgwin-Wright Presents... North Carolina's Great American Treasures," we are exploring the history and mystery of the Andrew Johnson Birthplace, with Douglas Porter, program director of historic sites for the City of Raleigh.

For more information about Mordecai Historic Park, the current home of the Andrew Johnson Birthplace, visit here. You can also learn more about the Burgwin-Wright House at BurgwinWrightHouse.com.

Nothing saves a historic structure like a visit from an American President. But a precious few can claim they welcomed a future president into the world. At least that's the story that has keep the Andrew Johnson Birthplace standing for more than 200 years. But is it true? There's a fascinating story behind it.
As part of our ongoing podcast series, "Burgwin-Wright Presents... North Carolina's Great American Treasures," we are exploring the history and mystery of the Andrew Johnson Birthplace, with Douglas Porter, program director of historic sites for the City of Raleigh.
For more information about Mordecai Historic Park, the current home of the Andrew Johnson Birthplace, visit <a href="https://raleighnc.gov/parks-and-recreation/places/mordecai-historic-park">here</a>. You can also learn more about the Burgwin-Wright House at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.burgwinwrighthouse.com/">BurgwinWrightHouse.com</a>.

In celebration of America's 250th birthday, the "Burgwin-Wright Presents..." podcast is honoring North Carolina's Great American Treasures, the historic properties saved and supported by The National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of North Carolina. Each month in 2026, the podcast will visit one of these properties to tell its history and explore how the North Carolina Dames became involved in preserving its legacy for future generations.

In celebration of America's 250th birthday, the "Burgwin-Wright Presents..." podcast is honoring North Carolina's Great American Treasures, the historic properties saved and supported by The National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of North Carolina. Each month in 2026, the podcast will visit one of these properties to tell its history and explore how the North Carolina Dames became involved in preserving its legacy for future generations.

North Carolina's Great American Treasures

Burgwin-Wright Presents... explores the riveting stories of North Carolina's Cape Fear region through the history of one of its oldest Colonial historic sites – the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens in Wilmington. Focusing on history that spans the formation of the American Colonies to the modern day, Burgwin-Wright Presents... will explore the fact vs. fiction within the stories that have defined the Cape Fear region for three centuries.

Burgwin-Wright Presents... explores the riveting stories of North Carolina's Cape Fear region through the history of one of its oldest Colonial historic sites – the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens in Wilmington. Focusing on history that spans the formation of the American Colonies to the modern day, Burgwin-Wright Presents... will explore the fact vs. fiction within the stories that have defined the Cape Fear region for three centuries.

Burgwin-Wright Presents...

Burgwin-Wright Presents... explores the riveting stories of North Carolina's Cape Fear region through the history of one of its oldest Colonial historic sites – the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens in Wilmington. Focusing on history that spans the formation of the American Colonies to the modern day, Burgwin-Wright Presents... will explore the fact vs. fiction within the stories that have defined the Cape Fear region for three centuries.

Each season focuses on a new topic. Season 1, 3 and 5 are devoted to examining the real history of "Outlander" in the Cape Fear, while Season 2 is all about the fact and fiction of Cape Fear Legends & Lore. Season 4 will explore the ghost stories of the Cape Fear.

Burgwin-Wright Presents... explores the riveting stories of North Carolina's Cape Fear region through the history of one of its oldest Colonial historic sites – the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens in Wilmington. Focusing on history that spans the formation of the American Colonies to the modern day, Burgwin-Wright Presents... will explore the fact vs. fiction within the stories that have defined the Cape Fear region for three centuries.
Each season focuses on a new topic. Season 1, 3 and 5 are devoted to examining the real history of "Outlander" in the Cape Fear, while Season 2 is all about the fact and fiction of Cape Fear Legends &amp; Lore. Season 4 will explore the ghost stories of the Cape Fear.

North Carolina's Great American Treasures: Andrew Johnson Birthplace

In our new series, "Burgwin-Wright Presents... A Dram of History," the podcast takes a look at the timely, vital and standalone stories of American history. In our first episode, we are joined by New York Times Bestselling Author and North Carolinian Denise Kiernan.

Denise discusses her new book, "Obstinate Daughters: The Rebels, Writers, and Renegade Women Who Ignited the American Revolution," and previews some of the groundbreaking, history-making women who don't get the credit they deserve for their contributions to America's defining era.

"A Dram of History" will be a new recurring series for exciting topics and author conversations, so be on the lookout for new episodes. For more information about the Burgwin-Wright House, visit BurgwinWrightHouse.com.

For more information on Denise and her other works, visit her website at DeniseKiernan.com.

In our new series, "Burgwin-Wright Presents... A Dram of History," the podcast takes a look at the timely, vital and standalone stories of American history. In our first episode, we are joined by New York Times Bestselling Author and North Carolinian Denise Kiernan.
Denise discusses her new book, "Obstinate Daughters: The Rebels, Writers, and Renegade Women Who Ignited the American Revolution," and previews some of the groundbreaking, history-making women who don't get the credit they deserve for their contributions to America's defining era.
"A Dram of History" will be a new recurring series for exciting topics and author conversations, so be on the lookout for new episodes. For more information about the Burgwin-Wright House, visit <a href="https://www.burgwinwrighthouse.com/">BurgwinWrightHouse.com</a>.
For more information on Denise and her other works, visit her website at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.denisekiernan.com/">DeniseKiernan.com</a>.

A Dram of History: Denise Kiernan's Obstinate Daughters

While the North Carolina Dames have a long-standing legacy of preservation in their own state, they are part of a larger national organization based out of a legendary home in the nation's capital. Dumbarton House in Georgetown has been a museum house for nearly a century, but it also serves as the heart of the NSCDA's collective story.

Through history, the house has changed families, changed names and eventually changed purposes, but under the NSCDA, it has become an epicenter of fascinating history, industry-leading preservation and a vast wealth of knowledge.

As part of our ongoing podcast series, "Burgwin-Wright Presents... North Carolina's Great American Treasures," we are exploring the history of Dumbarton House with Isabella Kiedrowski, NSCDA curator of archives and collections.

For more information on Dumbarton House, visit here. You can also learn more about the Burgwin-Wright House at BurgwinWrightHouse.com.

While the North Carolina Dames have a long-standing legacy of preservation in their own state, they are part of a larger national organization based out of a legendary home in the nation's capital. Dumbarton House in Georgetown has been a museum house for nearly a century, but it also serves as the heart of the NSCDA's collective story.
Through history, the house has changed families, changed names and eventually changed purposes, but under the NSCDA, it has become an epicenter of fascinating history, industry-leading preservation and a vast wealth of knowledge.
As part of our ongoing podcast series, "Burgwin-Wright Presents... North Carolina's Great American Treasures," we are exploring the history of Dumbarton House with Isabella Kiedrowski, NSCDA curator of archives and collections.
For more information on Dumbarton House, visit <a href="https://dumbartonhouse.org/">here</a>. You can also learn more about the Burgwin-Wright House at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.burgwinwrighthouse.com/">BurgwinWrightHouse.com</a>.

North Carolina's Great American Treasures: Dumbarton House

When Raleigh was still in its infancy, Haywood Hall was already making history. The stately home built in 1800 was home to four generations of its namesake family, which helped guide the state's capital through its first two centuries. Now, it is one of the most beloved Federalist homes in the state.

As part of our ongoing podcast series, "Burgwin-Wright Presents... North Carolina's Great American Treasures," we are opening the door on the history of Haywood Hall, with programming coordinator and historian Nicole Ackman.

For more information about Haywood Hall House & Gardens, visit HaywoodHall.com. You can also learn more about the Burgwin-Wright House at BurgwinWrightHouse.com.

When Raleigh was still in its infancy, Haywood Hall was already making history. The stately home built in 1800 was home to four generations of its namesake family, which helped guide the state's capital through its first two centuries. Now, it is one of the most beloved Federalist homes in the state.
As part of our ongoing podcast series, "Burgwin-Wright Presents... North Carolina's Great American Treasures," we are opening the door on the history of Haywood Hall, with programming coordinator and historian Nicole Ackman.
For more information about Haywood Hall House &amp; Gardens, visit <a href="https://www.haywoodhall.com/">HaywoodHall.com</a>. You can also learn more about the Burgwin-Wright House at <a href="https://www.burgwinwrighthouse.com/">BurgwinWrightHouse.com</a>.

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