Washington in Beaufort County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Carawan Ghost
Legends & Lore
Photographed By Dave W, June 18, 2023
1. Carawan Ghost Marker
Since his death following 1853 murder conviction, Rev. George Carawan’s ghost has haunted former Beaufort County Courthouse.
Erected 2022 by North Carolina Folklife Institute / William C. Pomeroy Foundation. (Marker Number 136.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Law Enforcement. A significant historical year for this entry is 1853.
Location. 35° 32.58′ N, 77° 3.275′ W. Marker is in Washington, North Carolina, in Beaufort County. Marker is on North Market Street south of West 2nd Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 132 N Market St, Washington NC 27889, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Old Beaufort County Courthouse (a few steps from this marker); DeMille Family (within shouting distance of this marker); John Gray Blount (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Dr. Susan Dimock (about 400 feet away); Trigger's Climb (about 400 feet away); Saint Peter's Episcopal Church (about 600 feet away); Free Church (about 600 feet away); Daniel G. Fowle (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Washington.
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Photographed By Dave W, June 18, 2023
2. Carawan Ghost Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 19, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 19, 2023, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 427 times since then and 305 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 19, 2023, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
