Just added
to the RockFest line-up is the chance to learn first-hand about one of the most
significant archaeological finds of the century.
Archaeologists led by Dr.
David Moore have discovered the remains of a 448-year-old Spanish fort & town just 50
miles (a day’s march) from Little Switzerland.
At 4:00 PM Saturday, September 5th, as a special RockFest
treat, Dr. Moore of Warren Wilson College will share the discovery of Fort San
Juan, built in 1567! It is now known to be THE
oldest European settlement in the interior of the United States and predates
Jamestown and the “Lost Colony”! And for those keeping track of unique facts
the final score at Fort San Juan was Indians (1) and Spaniards (0)! This
discovery has upset US history books and you’ll be amazed to learn how close we came to becoming a part of Spain!
And
yes, there are legends of Spaniards mining in Little Switzerland! This very
special free treat will be held rain or shine at 4:00 Saturday, September 5th!
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