The Lillington North Carolina Chamber of Commerce


Lillington, Harnett County's seat of government, is nestled on the banks of the scenic Cape Fear River. Tree-lined streets, combined with quiet, spacious neighborhoods, characterize this town of approximately 3, 600 residents. Named for General Alexander Lillington, a revolutionary war hero, Lillington is fortunate to have a number of active civic and service clubs which constantly strive to improve the quality of life for all citizens. Each month, the Lillington Improvement Council brings together representatives of all clubs and organizations in the town to coordinate activities. News of local activities and events are reported in the Harnett County News, a weekly newspaper.
Because of its mild climate, outdoor activities are provided year round with events for all ages. As one may expect in the heart of golf country, two fine 18-hole golf courses are available to local residents at Keith Hills Country Club and Pine Burr Golf Course. ......Located just outside of town is the unspoiled, natural beauty of Raven Rock State Park, a 3,000 acre botanical wonderland. A 125-foot granite cliff, from which the park gets its name, rises above the Cape Fear River. More than 15 miles of hiking trails can be found along the north side of the river. The park offers fishing, family camping, group camping, picnicking and a canoe trail runs through the park down the Cape Fear River.

    Lillington has gained a reputation in recent years for its celebration of America's birthday on July 4th. Harnett Festival In The Park, Inc. provides an old-fashioned festival of crafts, entertainment, food, children's games and activities, exhibits, and one of the largest and most exciting fireworks displays in the entire state.
   "A Lillington Christmas" Festival is held annually on the Friday after Thanksgiving. An old-fashioned festival with Santa, Elves, Carolers, luminaries and open houses.
    For your shopping convenience, Lillington's Historic Downtown area has many gift and specialty shops. Downtown businesses and four modern shopping centers provide a variety of services and retail merchandise served with small town congeniality. Lillington is served by five banks, fifteen restaurants, five local churches and a private swimming pool.
     The Harnett County Public Library, in Lillington, makes available to the public a growing collection of popular materials for leisure time and entertainment reading, viewing and listening. It also provides circulating and reference

items for the community's informational and educational needs. Reference items include a variety of informational books, indexes, directories, atlases, microforms, phone books and phonefiche, and CD-ROM databases.
The Harnett County Arts Council is the umbrella organization for a number of interest, including the Harnett Regional Theater, the Harnett Art Guild, the Helena Wade Music Club and the Cape Fear Writers Guild. The Council provides numerous programs for the schools and general public, such as theatrical productions, appearances by regional dance groups, the North Carolina Symphony and guest lectures and art exhibits.