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Welcome to North Carolina's Northeast and discover the historic difference. Our sixteen-county region offers a wide variety of historic sites and buildings just waiting to be discovered.

 

From the Newbold-White House, North Carolina's oldest brick home, to the Barker House, of the infamous Edenton Tea Party, Northeastern North Carolina demonstrates time and again the rich cultural heritage of the colonies and the first settlers.

 
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1767 Chowan County Courthouse
Most intact colonial courthouse in America. Prominent revolutionary patriots, Judges James Iredell and Samuel Johnston, heard cases here.
 
 
 
Barker House
Come rock on the porch and enjoy one of the South's most beautiful views! Browse our bookshop featuring books on the historical, cultural and economic importance of North Carolina.        
 
 
Bath Historic Site
Meander the streets of this historic waterfront community, which was the first incorporated town in NC.  Home to Blackbeard the Pirate and the oldest church in NC.  Guided tours from the visitors' center.
 
 
Battle of Plymouth- CSS Albemarle Ironclad
The Battle of Plymouth, April 17–20, 1864, was the last major Confederate victory of the Civil War and the third largest battle fought in North Carolina.
 
 
Belhaven Memorial Museum
". . .a captivating collection of oddities from the personal collection of Eva Blount Way."
 
 
Belvidere National Register Historic District
Discover historic Belvidere and its rich Quaker heritage. Enjoy the pristine agricultural setting.
 
 
British Cemetery
Ocracoke Island cemetery for World War veterans who died off the coast of Ocracoke.  Walk to the cemetery on your own while on the island.
 
 
Carolina Carriages
Elegant horse and carriage service offers historic and waterfront tours in downtown Elizabeth City, NC.
 
 
Civil War Battle of Plymouth Living History Weekend
The 20th Annual Living History Weekend will be held in Plymouth on April 24-25, 2010. Relive the drama during the 145th anniversary reenactment event.
 
 
 
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