Riverfront in Wilmington in New Hanover County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
George Washington
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, March 11, 2010
1. George Washington Marker
George Washington
was entertained
April 25, 1791.
Here also Henry Clay
was a guest April 9, 1844.
New Hanover Historical Commission
A.J. Howell E.S. Martin
James Sprunt W.A. McGirt
Erected by New Hanover Historical Commission.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Events • Notable Places. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #01 George Washington series list. A significant historical month for this entry is April 1888.
Location. 34° 14.046′ N, 77° 56.91′ W. Marker is in Wilmington, North Carolina, in New Hanover County. It is in Riverfront. Marker is at the intersection of South Front Street and Dock Street, on the right when traveling north on South Front Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Wilmington NC 28401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. General Benjamin Smith (within shouting distance of this marker); Eureka Dye Company (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Ahrens Building (about 400 feet away); June 19, 1775 (about 500 feet away); Mitchell-Anderson House (about 500 feet away); Warren Building
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Also see . . . Distinguished Wilmington Visitors. Cape Fear Historical Institute (Submitted on March 18, 2010, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.)
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, March 11, 2010
2. S Front St & Dock St (facing west)
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, March 11, 2010
3. S Front St & Dock St (facing north)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 24, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 18, 2010, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 869 times since then and 34 times this year. Last updated on May 3, 2011, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 18, 2010, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.
