The Houser House, taken in the 1930s, when the Kings Mountain National Military Park acquired the property. Photo by NPS

By Loretta Cozart

Kings Mountain National Military Park has announced that the Howser House will be open to visitors on Saturday, September 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event features guided and self-guided tours, early 19th-century games, craft demonstrations, and a special exhibit.
This 1803 stone house, located in a remote area of the park, is only open to the public once or twice a year, so don't miss out on this opportunity.
The stone house was built by a Revolutionary War veteran and stonemason, Henry Howser, and a slave stonemason, Jane Howser. Its thick, sturdy, stone walls conveyed prosperity and affluence at a time when most were living in log houses. The home remained in the family for several generations and was one of the more prosperous farms in the region.
Kings Mountain National Military Park and other volunteers will have the house and grounds open to the public. Visitors are welcome to explore the house and appreciate Howser's architectural talents.
The Howser House is not handicapped accessible, and parking is limited. Visitors may reach the house from Rock House Road, off SC 216 (Battleground Road). Parking is available. Good walking shoes are recommended.
The event is free and open to the public. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled. For more information about this event, call 864-936-7921.