Founded in 1787 during the American Revolution, Lumberton lies on the banks of the Lumber River in the Inner Banks region of North Carolina. It was settled by a mixture of white people and free families of mixed African, European and Native American descent, with the city having a high number of residents from the Lumbee Tribe.
Things to do in Lumberton
In the heart of Lumberton is the Robeson County History Museum, which occupies a former railway station building that dates back to 1908. It houses a rotating display of artefacts detailing life in the area and the accomplishments of some of Lumberton’s most prominent residents. Dotted throughout the museum are works from the “Art Through the Ages” exhibit.
Travelling with kids? Just a stone’s throw from the Robeson County History Museum is the Exploration Station, a hands-on learning centre that has been designed specifically for children. It offers a creative way for them to explore the worlds of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, with plenty of “make-believe” toys that they will love.
If you want to stretch your legs, head to the lakeside trails of Luther Britt Park, a 57-hectare green space north-west of the city centre. It’s a great place to go swimming and boating in the warmer months and boasts an interactive read-a-book trail known as the StoryWalk Robeson. Luther Britt Park can be accessed via the Riverwalk Extension, which hugs the banks of the Lumber River.
Getting around Lumberton
Lumberton is around 35 minutes’ drive from Fayetteville and 1.5 hours from Wilmington International Airport, which has flights to destinations across the United States. Long-distance buses connect to Lumberton while commuter services travel throughout the city. The centre of Lumberton can easily be explored on foot.