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Local preservation advocates urge Harnett County to build heritage tourism program, propose commission and museum
Summary
A county historical-society representative told commissioners the county could increase visitor spending by developing its historical assets and asked staff to return with steps to form a formal historical or cultural commission.
A representative of the Harnett County Historical Society urged county leaders Aug. 26 to invest in a coordinated historic and cultural tourism program, arguing the county could increase local visitor spending by promoting assets such as Shaw’s Halfway House and Tar Heel Village.
"Harnett County will be making a serious mistake if we overlook the impressive economic possibilities offered by this ever growing segment of tourism," said Syan Harrington, who identified himself as a preservation advocate…
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