Listen! That sound of rushing water is the Neuse River flowing over the remnants of an old mill dam. In the early to mid-19th century, this was the site of a bustling industrial enterprise known as Stone's Mills. Carts and wagons arrived here . . . — — Map (db m90145) HM
On Western Boulevard at Ashe Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Western Boulevard.
Established for visually impaired student in 1845 under the leadership of John Motley Morehead. Present plant is 500 yards north. — — Map (db m77775) HM
Sculptor's representation of Thomas Day, a free African American in Caswell County who created fashionable furniture and architectural elements before the Civil War.
In memory of Dellie Hardison Smith, dedicated leader of North Carolina arts and . . . — — Map (db m94770) HM
Near Hickory Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
“Mother, I have been found, I am home.” ( Back of Marker : ) Remains recovered from a Cold Harbor, Va. trench and reinterred on Oct. 28, 1990. One whose name is known only to God, but whose valor and principles for which he . . . — — Map (db m63726) HM
On Maple Avenue at Chapel Circle, on the left when traveling south on Maple Avenue.
Born Scotland Neck North Carolina March 11, 1832 Died Richmond, Virginia December 26, 1919 Warrior Jurist Statesman ( Right Side Inscription : ) Brigadier General Army of Northern Virginia Confederate States of America Grand Master . . . — — Map (db m63266) HM
Near Oakwood Avenue at Linden Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
The first American officer and only line officer of the Navy who fell in the Spanish-American War
Killed on board the U.S. Torpedo Boat Winslow during the bombardment at Cardenas, Cuba, May 11, 1898
Son of William Henry Bagley and Adelaide . . . — — Map (db m62472) HM WM
On East Morgan Street, on the left when traveling east.
(left side)
If there be a people on earth given to sober second thought, amenable to reason and regardful of their plighted honor, I believe that...it is the people of North Carolina.
(right side)
The subjection of every passion . . . — — Map (db m41179) HM
On N. Main Street 0.1 miles south of W. Walnut Ave., on the right when traveling south.
Historian, archivist, & editor. Promoted "History for all the people" as head of N. C.'s state historical agency. 1935 - 68. Boyhood home was here. — — Map (db m41332) HM
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