Meadow Lights
Meadow Lights is a 30-acre (12 ha) display of Christmas lights near Meadow, North Carolina owned and operated by Roy Johnson and his family on land adjoining their home. It is the oldest and largest display of christmas lights in eastern North Carolina.[1][2] The display features light displays, some several stories tall, alongside displays of mannequins depicting the life of Jesus. There is no admission fee, but visitors may purchase tickets for a train ride through the light display.[3]
Johnson is a retired tobacco farmer who began the display as a hobby to entertain neighbors and his children[when?]. In 1994, the Johnsons built "The Old Country Store" in the parking lot to sell drinks and candy. In 2007, a carousel was added.[4]
References
[edit]- ^ Bolejack, Scott (November 30, 2022). "Johnston is home to holiday light shows". Restoration NewsMedia. Archived from the original on September 7, 2024. Retrieved September 6, 2024.
- ^ Brooks, Emmie (December 22, 2023). "Eastern NC's oldest Christmas light experience returns to Benson". The North State Journal. Archived from the original on February 22, 2024. Retrieved September 6, 2024.
- ^ Mason, Scott. "Meadow Lights illuminate Johnston County". WRAL. Photography by Robert Meikle. Archived from the original on January 7, 2012. Retrieved December 28, 2011.
- ^ Maguire, Marti. "The man behind the Meadow Lights". Smithfield Herald. Archived from the original on September 15, 2012. Retrieved December 28, 2011.