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"A False Perspective" Book Talk at Mordecai

Date: Sun, Sep 27, 2026

Time: Sun., 1-2pm

Venue: Mordecai Historic Park, Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Community

Author Scott Gibson will visit Mordecai Historic Park to speak about his new book "A False Perspective: The True Story of the Cornstalk Fences in New Orleans." The Cornstalk Fences are now monuments in New Orleans, but their fascinating story is directly linked to Raleigh and a local family in antebellum North Carolina. The family chose an instrument that could have generated a timeless legacy, a tool not just a fence, but it is now an epitaph. ​In his new book, Gibson explores the surprising connection between the Cornstalk Fences in New Orleans and the Mordecai family in Raleigh. He will discuss the book, answer questions, and copies will be available for sale and signings.

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"A False Perspective" Book Talk at Mordecai

“Skip this one with toddlers; it is best for history-loving teens.”

When
This Sunday
Sun, Sep 27, 2026
Sun., 1-2pm
Where
Mordecai Historic Park
Raleigh, NC
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Free
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The "A False Perspective" Book Talk at Mordecai is a free community presentation by author Scott Gibson exploring the historical link between New Orleans' famous Cornstalk Fences and a prominent Raleigh family. If you plan to attend, the talk takes place from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at Mordecai Historic Park. This event is best suited for adults and teenagers interested in local history, as the subject matter is academic. Admission is free, and books will be available for purchase and signing after the discussion. Free parking is available in the visitor center lot and along neighboring streets. This presentation offers a quiet, educational Sunday afternoon activity that connects our local Raleigh history to the broader American South, providing excellent material for dinner table discussions with your older kids.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to attend the book talk?
No, this community event is completely free to attend, though copies of the book will be available for purchase.
Where should I park at Mordecai Historic Park?
You can park for free in the small lot at the visitor center located at 1102 Mimosa Street, or look for parallel parking spaces along the surrounding streets.
Is this event suitable for young children?
This is a seated lecture focused on historical research, so it is best suited for adults, college students, and teenagers.

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"A False Perspective" Book Talk at Mordecai runs Sun, Sep 27, 2026, Sun., 1-2pm.

Getting There

Mordecai Historic Park is at 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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  • Sunscreen and water bottles — this one's outdoors
  • A blanket or low chairs for staking out a spot

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