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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Guilford County, North Carolina

 
Clickable Map of Guilford County, North Carolina and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Guilford County, NC (291) Alamance County, NC (134) Davidson County, NC (43) Forsyth County, NC (256) Randolph County, NC (24) Rockingham County, NC (44) Stokes County, NC (20)  GuilfordCounty(291) Guilford County (291)  AlamanceCounty(134) Alamance County (134)  DavidsonCounty(43) Davidson County (43)  ForsythCounty(256) Forsyth County (256)  RandolphCounty(24) Randolph County (24)  RockinghamCounty(44) Rockingham County (44)  StokesCounty(20) Stokes County (20)
Greensboro is the county seat for Guilford County
Adjacent to Guilford County, North Carolina
      Alamance County (134)  
      Davidson County (43)  
      Forsyth County (256)  
      Randolph County (24)  
      Rockingham County (44)  
      Stokes County (20)  
 
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201 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Myrtle Furr Hayworth BarthmaierMarch 15, 1891 - December 17, 1980 — A High Point Hero —
On South Main Street (State Highway 1993) just south of East Commerce Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Mother of six who, upon the premature death of husband Charles Hayworth in 1928, kept Hayworth Industries and Alma Desk, its mainstay, alive during the Depression. Felt she had to work harder than a man for same achievement. Company became nation's . . . Map (db m175485) HM
202 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Oakwood Memorial Cemetery “Colored Section”
Near Forrest Street at Mint Avenue.
From the eras of slavery to segregation, a time spanning from the 1700's to the 1970's, the laws of North Carolina and many other states mandated that all citizens be labeled as “White” or “Colored.” When the Oakwood Cemetery was established in . . . Map (db m234023) HM
203 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Oldest Building in High Point
On East Lexington Avenue at Terrell Drive, on the left when traveling east on East Lexington Avenue.
Colonial home of Mary and Philip Hoggatt A Quaker Potter Typical example of a Pre-Revolution home Built in Guilford County ca. 1754 In continuous use until the 1960's.Map (db m213709) HM
204 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Oldest Colonial Trail
On East Lexington Avenue at Terrell Drive, on the left when traveling east on East Lexington Avenue.
Ancient Indian Warrior / Trading Path. A branch passed through Guilford Co. here, ran from the Great Lakes to Georgia. Used by Colonists in Indian Treaty br 1744 but traveled after 1745 at their own risk. Most heavily traveled Early American Road. . . . Map (db m34925) HM
205 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Perley Albert "P.A." ThomasSeptember 17, 1874 - April 28, 1959 — A High Point Hero —
On South Main Street at West Commerce Avenue, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street.
Self-educated, visionary engineer. Founded Thomas Car Works in 1917 to build street cars. Big demand in the '20s included orders from New Orleans, Detroit. Originals still in operation. Switched to school buses 1936, renaming company Thomas Built . . . Map (db m216791) HM
206 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — J-24 — Plank Road
On North Main Street (U.S. 311 Bus) at West High Avenue, on the right when traveling south on North Main Street.
A section of the Fayetteville-Salem plank road, a toll road 129 miles long, built 1849 - 1854, followed this route.Map (db m34036) HM
207 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Quatercentenary Tree
Near East Lexington Avenue just west of Terrell Drive, on the right when traveling west.
This tree was planted on August 26th 1984 by The Friendship Force of Guilford, U.K. to celebrate their exchange with Guilford County, and to mark the 400th anniversary of the first British colony in North Carolina.Map (db m175470) HM
208 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Rev. Benjamin Elton Cox(1931 - 2011)
On Taylor Avenue just west of Gordy Place, on the right when traveling west.
An American nonviolent Civil Rights activist and preacher, one of the original 13 Freedom Riders while Pastor 1958-1968 of Pilgrim Congregational Church located originally ½ block east.Map (db m175494) HM
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209 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Revolutionary War Patriots
On North Main Street (U.S. 311) at East High Avenue, on the right when traveling north on North Main Street.
This marker commemorates the men and women who participated in The American Revolution. These patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, gallantly fought for their home and country. 1775 – 1783.Map (db m34746) WM
210 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Sewell Farlow Store
On South Main Street (State Highway 1993) just north of East Commerce Street, on the right when traveling north.
An early general store was located in this city block and served as the town meeting site for the vote on the city charter.Map (db m175489) HM
211 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Southern Furniture Exposition Building
On South Main Street (State Highway 1993) just south of East Commerce Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
On June 6, 1919 the Southern Furniture Exposition Company purchased a lot on South Main Street for $35,000 to build a furniture exposition building. By August of the same year, ground was broken and construction began on a one million dollar . . . Map (db m216788) HM
212 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — J-95 — Springfield Friends Meeting
On South Main Street (North Carolina Route 1993) at East Fairfield Road (North Carolina Route 610), on the right when traveling north on South Main Street.
Established in 1773 and organized as a Monthly Meeting, 1790. Building erected 1927 on original site is ½ mile east.Map (db m216185) HM
213 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — The Blacksmith Shop
On E Lexington Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
This restored log structure is a working blacksmith shop, equipped with tools and materials similar to those John Haley used in his trade. The shop was found in Davidson County and was relocated to this site in 1970 with funds from the Millis . . . Map (db m213712) HM
214 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — The Florence Armory
On Penny Road at East Fork Road, on the right when traveling north on Penny Road.
The North Carolina Armory at Florence, was located ¼ east. Commanded by Captain Z.S. Coffin, the armory converted hunting rifles into military arms, repaired broken guns, and assembled new guns between 1862 and 1865. On April 11, 1865, a detachment . . . Map (db m216816) HM
215 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — The Haley House
On E Lexington Avenue at McGuinn Drive, on the left when traveling east on E Lexington Avenue.
In 1786, John & Phebe Haley built this home on the Petersburg (Va) to Salisbury (NC) Road, a major trade route. At that time, the Haleys owned 368 acres of land around this site. John Haley was a blacksmith by trade, but also served as sheriff, . . . Map (db m34933) HM
216 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — The Hoggat House
On East Lexington Avenue near Terrell Drive, on the left when traveling east.
Philip & Mary Hoggat built this house in 1754, 4 miles southwest of here. The Hoggats were among the first Quakers to move to this area. Donated by Mrs. Betty Jo Kellam, the cabin was relocated to this site in 1973 & restored with funds from the . . . Map (db m213711) HM
217 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — The Little Red Schoolhouse
Near East Lexington Avenue at McGuinn Drive, on the right when traveling west.
The Little Red Schoolhouse was built in 1930 to house the overflow of first grade students at the Ray Street Elementary School in downtown High Point; it was used as an educational site until 1961. Mr. Louis F. Voorhees was the architect, and his . . . Map (db m175471) HM
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218 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — The Mahler Family Promenade
On Panther Drive at Montlieu Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Panther Drive.
The Mahler Promenade honors the generosity of Peter and Mary Mahler, and their daughter Janet Fisher and her husband Wayne, daughter Punkin Parker and her husband Alan, and their grandson Alan A. Parker. A member of the Board of Trustees, . . . Map (db m175466) HM
219 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — The Plank Road
Near McGuinn Drive, on the left when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
The Fayetteville and Western Plank Road was constructed in the late 1850’s, stretching 129 miles long and covering what is now High Point’s Main Street. In 1852, when the North Carolina Railroad Company surveyed the proposed rail route from . . . Map (db m213524) HM
220 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — The Plank Road Foreman
On North Main Street (Business U.S. 311) at West High Avenue, on the right when traveling south on North Main Street.
This statue of a Plank Road Foreman is dedicated to the establishment of the City of High Point and in honor of the men and women who worked in local industries and businesses that made it famous. In the 1840’s and 1850’s construction was . . . Map (db m35279) HM
221 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — The Ragan and Mills Building
On South Main Street (State Highway 1993) just south of East High Street, on the left when traveling south.
The Southern Furniture Exposition and High Point Exposition Company join forces to hold the first formal Southern Furniture Market in High Point. The Market was held in the Ragan and Mills Building on this site, and the Maddox Building, on the . . . Map (db m175490) HM
222 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — The Yadkin College Bell
On Extraordinary Way, 0.3 miles west of Montlieu Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
The Yadkin College Bell was recovered from Yadkin College in 1924 — the same year that the school was closed and High Point University opened its doors. It was originally cast in bronze in 1882. Over the years, the bell has been displayed in various . . . Map (db m175467) HM
223 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Tri City Speedway
On Skeet Club Road at Lumsden Lane, on the right when traveling north on Skeet Club Road.
Opened in 1947, this ½ - mile red dirt track was built by brothers, Bill & Bob Blair. It hosted two NASCAR Grand National races. Herb Thomas won in 1953 and Lee Petty won in 1954. Notable drivers were Fireball Roberts, Flock Brothers, . . . Map (db m109827) HM
224 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Washington Street Historic District
On Washington Street just east of North Centennial St, on the right when traveling east.
Washington Street was created and given its name in 1860. This cultural icon rose above discrimination, segregation, and racism to become a symbol of black determination, perseverance, and success. By 1960, the Washington Street district, covering . . . Map (db m216784) HM
225 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Washington Terrace Park
On Murray Street at Brooks Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Murray Street.
Washington Terrace Park, formerly known as the Municipal Colored Park, opened June 10, 1938, to serve the African American citizens of High Point. Funds granted through the Federal New Deal Works Progress Administration were used to build . . . Map (db m234027) HM
226 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Willis Howard "Willis" SlaneApril 21, 1921 - September 8, 1965 — A High Point Hero —
On South Wrenn Street just south of East High Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
Boating industry revolutionized by his believe that large hulls could be made of fiberglass, which was considered impossible. Chose this site in landlocked High Point to found Hatteras Yacht because of its skilled furniture craftsmen. 41-foot boat, . . . Map (db m175482) HM
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227 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Woolworth Students' Sit-in
On South Wrenn Street just south of East High Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
On this site, February 11, 1960, a Woolworth Sit-in demonstration, the first in the U.S. by high school students (26), was held. Led by Reverends B.E. Cox and Fred Shuttlesworth, an 8-year battle against racial and social injustices ensued.Map (db m175483) HM
228 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — World War I Memorial1917 - 1918 — Honor • Justice • Service • Patriotism —
On North Main Street at East High Avenue, on the right when traveling north on North Main Street.
This monument is dedicated to the memory of the men of High Point N.C. who served God and their country in the World WarMap (db m175478) WM
229 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — World War II Memorial1941 - 1945
On North Main Street (State Highway 1993) at East High Avenue, on the right when traveling north on North Main Street.
In memory of Boyd Freeman, Jr. • Robert B. Parker Honor Roll Joseph B. Bennett • Ralph M. Branch • Emmett w. Burge • Walter O. Burge • William C. Burge • Clarence R. Cook • Hayden C. Cranford • Dell Creasey • Boyd . . . Map (db m175479) WM
230 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Yadkin CollegeA.D. 1856 - 1924, N.C.
On Extraordinary Way, 0.3 miles west of Montlieu Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
A Methodist Protestant institution awarded degrees and diplomas, conducted until said churches opened High Point College. Builders First campus and building donated by Hon. Henry Walser, founder, 1856; furnishings by D.L. Michael. . . . Map (db m175463) HM
231 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — Confederate Arms Factory
On Oakdale Road at Harvey Road, on the right when traveling south on Oakdale Road.
The Mendenhall, Jones, and Gardner gun factory was located 200 yards west. Owned by Cyrus P. Mendenhall, Ezekial Jones, and Grafton Gardner, the firm produced approximately 2,000 rifles for the state of North Carolina at this location from . . . Map (db m57697) HM
232 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — Confederate Arms Factory
On Guilford Road, 0.1 miles south of Guilford College Road, on the right when traveling south.
The H.C. Lamb & Co. gun factory was located 1 mile Northwest. Owned by Henry Clarkson Lamb, Anderson Lamb, Jehu Lamb, and F.J. Carpenter, the firm manufactured approximately 700 rifles for the state of North Carolina. The firm also sold gun parts to . . . Map (db m216805) HM
233 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — Home of Dr. Shubal Gardner Coffinc. 1855
On West Main Street at Oakdale Road, on the right when traveling east on West Main Street.
The arrival of the railroad shifted the center of Jamestown eastward from the old town center where Dr. Shubal Coffin (1809-1881) had established a medical school in 1840. He built his new home here, overlooking the tracks, to enjoy the improved . . . Map (db m216806) HM
234 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — Home of Richard Mendenhallc. 1811
On W Main Street at W Parkside Drive, on the right when traveling east on W Main Street.
Built in the center of Old Jamestown, near the intersection of Federal and Union Streets, Richard Mendenhall’s house served as a gathering place for residents and a stopover for travelers. This home exemplifies the community of Quaker tradepeople . . . Map (db m34702) HM
235 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — James Mendenhall House and Millc. 1753 - 1928 — Site located 400' on East Bank —
On Penny Road north of Park Drive, on the right when traveling north.
Built by James Mendenhall, for whom Jamestown was reportedly named. His family moved here from Chester, Pennsylvania, and built the house, a grist mill, and sawmill on the banks of the Deep River. The last Mendenhall occupant was Delphina . . . Map (db m98574) HM
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236 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — Jamestown Friends Meeting House and Cemetery
Near W Parkside Drive, on the left when traveling north.
This Quaker place of worship, built by the Mendenhall family around 1819, was used when bad weather made the one-mile trip to Deep River Fiends Meeting House impossible. It is located on its original site, across from Mendenhall Plantation. The . . . Map (db m34704) HM
237 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — Jamestown Public School
On West Main Street at Ragsdale Road, on the right when traveling west on West Main Street.
Jamestown Public School was designated by the General Assembly in 1907 as one of two standard high schools in Guilford County. In 1911, the General Assembly passed the Guilford County Farm Life School Act and Jamestown was so designated. When the . . . Map (db m98578) HM
238 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — Johnson Shoe CompanyShoe Manufacturers — 1897-1922 —
On Oakdale Road at Hillstone Drive, on the right when traveling south on Oakdale Road.
Johnson Bros. & Co. incorporated as a wholesale, retail, and custom workshop in 1897 with John R. Cook, president; Andrew F. Johnson, vice-president; and George W. Johnson, secretary-treasurer. George Johnson was a shoemaker by 1880. The business . . . Map (db m216809) HM
239 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — Lord Cornwallis
On West Main Street at East Parkside Drive, on the right when traveling west on West Main Street.
With 2400 British soldiers forded Deep River at this point and camped on its left bank, one mile up stream, prior to the Battle of Guilford Court House, March 15th, 1781. This battle was a determining factor in the establishment of American . . . Map (db m216810) HM
240 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — 153 — Lydia's Bridge — Legends & Lore —
On East Main Street, 0.5 miles east of Teague Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Since the 1920s, apparition of a young woman has been seen hitchhiking here, only to disappear when drivers come to her aid.Map (db m234028) HM
241 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — Oakdale Cotton Millsc. 1865
On Oakdale Road south of Oakdale Mill Road, on the right when traveling south.
A grist mill operated on this site under a series of owners until 1865. A gun factory was also located on the property during the Civil War. The cotton mill, which would be incorporated as Oakdale Cotton Mills by Joseph Ragsdale in 1896, opened for . . . Map (db m216811) HM
242 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — Oakdale Schoolc. 1912
On Oakdale Road north of Oakdale Mill Road, on the right when traveling south.
Built by Oakdale Mill and served by teachers from the county, this one-room schoolhouse operated until 1943 when it merged with the Jamestown School. The front sections on either side of the door provided separate boys' and girls' cloakrooms as well . . . Map (db m216813) HM
243 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — Oakdale United Methodist Church
On Oakdale Road, 0.1 miles south of Oak Village Drive, on the right when traveling south.
Oakdale United Methodist Church began as a brush arbor meeting at the entrance to the mill village, built by members of the community. After the Little Schoolhouse was built in the early 1880's, the church met here there. In 1915, a church was built . . . Map (db m98613) HM
244 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — Potter Housec. 1819
On West Main Street east of Lennox Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Originally the site of Henry Humphries' saddle and harness shop, this simple one-room, v-notched cabin with a stone foundation and chimney was soon acquired by Isaac Potter for his own store, which operated until 1826. The house continued to be used . . . Map (db m216814) HM
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245 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — Richard Mendenhall Store1824
On West Main Street at West Parkside Drive, on the left when traveling east on West Main Street.
Richard Mendenhall built the store as an adjunct to his tanning business. His wares included general goods and food items. During the 20th century the building served as a private residence and also housed a variety of stores and offices. The . . . Map (db m216815) HM
246 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — The Robbins-Holton Mill & House
On Dillon Road, 0.2 miles south of West Main Street, on the left when traveling south.
Mill may date from about 1825, built on land owned by Jesse Field. It is best known as Robbins Mill or Holton Mill, bought in 1853 by Rev. Alexander and Mary (Weatherly) Robbins. Mrs. Robbins operated it during the Civil War, negotiating a draft . . . Map (db m221877) HM
247 North Carolina, Guilford County, Jamestown — William Reece House
On West Main Street, 0.1 miles west of Parkview Terrace, on the right when traveling west.
Constructed in the period 1834-1844 by William Reece, local Constable. Stopping point on Charlotte to Goldsboro stagecoach trail. Birthplace of Joseph Reece, founder of Greensboro News and Record. Later home to J. Harper Johnston, 1881 Jamestown . . . Map (db m216799) HM
248 North Carolina, Guilford County, Julian — K-61 — James Hunter
On Liberty Road at Colonial Trading Path, on the left when traveling west on Liberty Road.
Regulator leader. Outlawed after Battle of Alamance, 1771. Nearby house was burned by Gov. Tryon's troops.Map (db m216922) HM
249 North Carolina, Guilford County, Liberty — J-61 — Low's Lutheran Church
On North Carolina Route 61, 0.2 miles north of North Carolina Route 62, on the left when traveling north.
Congregation organized ca. 1771; fourth church erected in 1971 on site of original log structure.Map (db m216921) HM
250 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — Ai Church1901
On State Highway 68 just north of Alcorn Road, on the right when traveling north.
A church has existed here since the early 1800s. Constructed as a one-room church in 1901 and expanded to cruciform structure in 1929. Ai refers to Old Testament hilltop Canaanite royal city. Adjacent cemetery includes 1819 grave of Nathan Dillon, . . . Map (db m246370) HM
251 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — Bailes Old MillEst. 1745 by Nathan Dillon
On State Highway 68, on the right when traveling north.
Troops of Cornwallis during American Revolution on way to Battle of Guilford Court House took over mill grinding meal for their men. Moved to present location and enlarged by Joel Saunders 1822 Commonly known as The Old Mill of Guilford Owned by . . . Map (db m87178) HM
252 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — Charles Benbow HouseCirca 1823
On Oak Ridge Road, 0.3 miles west of Autumn Gate Drive, on the left when traveling west.
Charles Benbow was born on December 6, 1787 to Thomas and Hannah Benbow. Charles married Mary Sanders on December 11, 1811, and they had seven children. This Quaker style house was conservative in plan, though Charles' application to detail was . . . Map (db m54329) HM
253 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — Historic Oak Ridge
On Oak Ridge Road (State Highway 150) at Williard Road, on the right when traveling east on Oak Ridge Road.
The crossroads community of Oak Ridge (înc. 1998) was once traveled by Native Americans and later settled by Quakers and others (1700s). Landmarks include the Old Mill of Guilford (c. 1767), Oak Ridge Institute (1851), homes from the 1800s, and . . . Map (db m181195) HM
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254 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — J.L. Sawyer HouseCirca 1919
On Oak Ridge Road (State Road 150) south of Bastille Lane, on the right when traveling south.
National Folk style farmhouse of J. L. Sawyer, a barber at the Oak Ridge Military Institute. Built on stone foundation with double-sloped Dutch gambrel roof and side-gabled carriage porch. During the 1930s, the site included the popular Black . . . Map (db m234042) HM
255 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — Jesse Benbow House1858
On Oak Ridge Road at Farmsworth, on the right when traveling east on Oak Ridge Road.
Jesse Benbow was born in 1815 to Charles and Mary (Saunders) Benbow. In 1838 Jesse married Ann Clark and they had seven children. Jesse designed the house using oak trees from the property for the joists and foundation, and clay from the Haw . . . Map (db m54331) HM
256 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — Linville Chapel
On Oak Ridge Road (State Highway 150) 0.2 miles east of State Highway 68, on the right when traveling east.
Constructed by ORMA President T.E. Whitaker chapel to replace origînal (1884) destroyed by fire in early 1914. Like Alumni Hall, the Chapel features a Classical pedimented portico with Ionic columns and a lunette window. Named for R.N. “Buster” and . . . Map (db m181193) HM
257 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — J-36 — Oak Ridge Institute
On Oak Ridge Road, 0.3 miles east of Route 68, on the left when traveling east.
First building erected 1851-52. Opened during academic year 1852-53. Since 1929 Oak Ridge Military Institute.Map (db m54125) HM
258 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — Oak Ridge Public SchoolOpened 1925
On Oak Ridge Road, 0.2 miles west of Linville Road, on the left when traveling west.
The Oak Ridge Public School had a capacity for 123 students and served grades 1-8. The structure contained six classrooms and had two indoor flush toilets, but no cafeteria or gymnasium. The center of the original building included a stage and . . . Map (db m54344) HM
259 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — Oakhurst1897
On Oak Ridge Road, on the right when traveling east.
Oakhurst was built for Martin Hicks Holt, Co-Principal of Oak Ridge Institute, and his wife Mary. The finest Queen Anne style house surviving in all of Guilford County, it was designed by the prominent and prolific southern architect Frank P. . . . Map (db m54327) HM
260 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — Old Mill of GuilfordCirca 1767
On State Highway 68, on the right when traveling north.
Original water-powered mill built on nearby Beaver Creek to grind grain for early settlers. Reportedly seized by British troops prior to Battle of Guilford Courthouse. Mill moved downstream to current location and first waterwheel added 1818. . . . Map (db m87175) HM
261 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — R.P. Larkins HouseCirca 1933
On Oak Ridge Road (State Road 150) at Zack Road, on the right when traveling south on Oak Ridge Road.
Built for Maj. Richard P. Larkins, Commandant at Oak Ridge Military Institute for over 25 years, and family. Colonial Revival house has a triangular pedimented entry with Doric-style columns, a porte-cochere on left side, and eclectic motifs . . . Map (db m234043) HM
262 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — St. James AME ChurchCirca 1895
On Oak Ridge Road (State Road 150) 0.1 miles east of Sandylea Road, on the right when traveling south.
Church site purchased in 1889 by Oak Ridge's oldest African-American congregation. Sanctuary served as classroom for African American students until a schoolhouse was built next door c. 1915. Indoor plumbing and fellowship hall added in 1980s. . . . Map (db m234041) HM
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263 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — Stafford-Benbow HouseCirca 1890
On Oak Ridge Road (State Road 150) east of Linville Road, on the left when traveling east.
Built as two-room home for Robert M. Stafford, Guilford County Sheriff (1865-80) and owner of Old Mill. House later enlarged by Stafford to current Neo-classical style. A jail was located behind house in early 1900s. Later owned by A. Murrow Benbow, . . . Map (db m234121) HM
264 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — Zack L. Whitaker House1898
On Oak Ridge Road (State Road 150) west of Lamar Road, on the left when traveling west.
National Folk I-house style with front entry pediment and exterior chimneys. Built for local family and purchased in 1937 by Z. L. (“Col. Zack”) Whitaker, teacher and administrator at Oak Ridge Military Institute for over 50 years. Remained in . . . Map (db m234119) HM
265 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — Athletic Field
On US Highway 70 at Palmer Farm Road on US Highway 70.
Palmer students always enjoyed baseball. Team photographs appeared in school bulletins as early as 1916. The field’s original orientation placed home plate and a wooden backstop at the corner of Palmer Farm Road and the highway. In 1997, Whitsett . . . Map (db m41753) HM
266 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — Bell Tower
Near 6136 Burlington Road.
The bell tower signaled the beginning and the end of most activities at the Palmer Memorial Institute.These included classes, farming, meals, lights-out, and community as well as campus emergencies.Map (db m43116) HM
267 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — 5 — Canary Cottage
Near Burlington Road (U.S. 70) 0.2 miles west of Palmer Farm Road, on the left when traveling west.
Canary Cottage (c.1927-1928) was the personal residence of Dr. Charlotte Hawkins Brown, where she hosted numerous social functions for faculty, students, and her many friends. Dr. Brown did keep canaries at her home. It is because of the birds, . . . Map (db m43115) HM
268 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — Carrie M. Stone Cottage 1948
On US Highway 70, on the right when traveling east.
The Carrie M. Stone Cottage was made possible primarily through the efforts of Brown's longtime friend, Daisy S. Bright. Stone Cottage, named for the wife of Palmer's largest benefactor, Galen L. Stone of Boston, also was called the teachers' . . . Map (db m41575) HM
269 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — Charles W. Eliot Hall1934
Near US Highway 70.
Eliot Hall, named in honor of noted educator Charles W. Eliot (1834-1926), was the school's main dormitory for boys. The structure was built in 1934 and is similar in style to Galen Stone Hall for girls on the opposite end of the Palmer campus. . . . Map (db m41751) HM
270 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum
On US Highway 70, on the right when traveling east.
The Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum opened in 1987 to preserve and interpret the history and legacy of Dr. Charlotte Hawkins Brown, Palmer Memorial Institute, and African American education in North Carolina. It is located on the former campus of the . . . Map (db m41572) HM
271 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — 7 — Dr. Charlotte Hawkins Brown, 1883 - 1961
Near Burlington Road (U.S. 70) at Palmer Farm Road, on the left when traveling west.
A remarkable example of achievement in the face of segregation and discrimination, Charlotte Hawkins Brown was buried on the grounds of the school she led for fifty years. Charlotte Hawkins Brown was born in Vance County, North Carolina, the . . . Map (db m43305) HM
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272 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — Galen L. Stone Hall 1927
Near Burlington Road.
Built in 1927 and dedicated in honor of Galen Stone, by far Palmer's largest contributor, this building was the school's dormitory for girls. In 1950 Stone Hall suffered a disastrous fire. By the following fall, however, after a whirlwind campaign . . . Map (db m46154) HM
273 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — In Memory of Dr. Charlotte Hawkins Brown
Near Burlington Road (U.S. 70) at Palmer Farm Road, on the left when traveling west.
In Memory of Dr. Charlotte Hawkins Brown Founder Educator Humanitarian July 1976 Map (db m43306) HM
274 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — Kimball Hall
Near Burlington Road (U.S. 70) west of Palmer Farm Road.
Kimball was the school's dining hall. Built in 1927, it honored the Kimball family of Massachusetts. In 1907, Helen F. Kimball purchased a 200-acre farm for the school's use. Palmer students learned and practiced proper dining etiquette during . . . Map (db m43114) HM
275 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — McLean House
On US Highway 70 at Palmer Farm Road, on the right when traveling east on US Highway 70.
One half mile south of this marker stands the house built by John McLean and his wife Jane Marshall McLean before 1767. Col. Wm. Washington spent some time in this house in the spring of 1781. It has been the home of every successive . . . Map (db m39617) HM
276 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — Meditation Altar
Near 6136 Burlington Road.
Palmer grounds keeper James Rudd Sr. constructed the altar with stones brought from across the country and the Caribbean. Each morning Brown prayed before beginning her long day at the school. The altar was a favorite place for students and . . . Map (db m43127) HM
277 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — J-87 — Palmer Memorial Institute
On Burlington Road (U.S. 70) west of Palmer Farm Road, on the right when traveling east.
Preparatory school for blacks founded 1902 by Charlotte Hawkins Brown. Named for Alice Freeman Palmer. Closed in 1971. Now state historic site.Map (db m39614) HM
278 North Carolina, Guilford County, Sedalia — The Origins of Palmer Memorial Institute
On US Highway 70, on the right when traveling east.
In 1846, Christian abolitionists established the American Missionary Association (AMA). After the Civil War, the AMA provided schools for African Americans in the South and founded Bethany Institute here in 1870. Few educational opportunities . . . Map (db m41744) HM
279 North Carolina, Guilford County, Summerfield — Bruce's Crossroads
On Oak Ridge Road (State Road 150) at Summerfield Road, on the right when traveling east on Oak Ridge Road.
"The Baggage Road" (Summerfield Road) and "Salisbury Road" (NC-150) intersected to form "Bruce's Crossroads." The area was named in 1768 after Charles Bruce, an early Guilford settler who owned extensive area property and an active Patriot in . . . Map (db m234037) HM
280 North Carolina, Guilford County, Summerfield — Bugler Boy
On Oak Ridge Road (State Road 150) 0.1 miles east of Eversfield Road, on the right when traveling east.
James Gillies, Light-Horse Harry Lee's teenage bugler, was killed near this spot by Tarleton's British Dragoons February 12, 1781. Gillies accompanied a small posse of Revolutionaries from a camp near present- day Summerfield to verify reports . . . Map (db m234040) HM
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281 North Carolina, Guilford County, Summerfield — Bugler Boy Gillies
On Oak Ridge Road (State Road 150) 0.1 miles east of Eversfield Road, on the right when traveling east.
On this spot Bugler Boy Gillies age 14 lost his life at the hands of British soldiers February 12,1781Map (db m234118) HM WM
282 North Carolina, Guilford County, Summerfield — Charles Bruce1733-1832 — Patriot – Statesman —
On Summerfield Road south of Centerfield Road, on the right when traveling south.
• Appointed by provincial Congress to purchase firearms and ammunition for troops, April, 1776. • Member of Halifax Congress, November, 1776. On committee of accounts. Recruiting officer, 1777. • Member of House of Commons, 1782. • State . . . Map (db m234115) HM WM
283 North Carolina, Guilford County, Summerfield — Charles H. Willson House
On Oak Ridge Road (State Road 150) 0.1 miles west of Summerfield Road, on the right when traveling west.
This frame, Greek Revival-style house with stone foundation was built in 1858 by its namesake for his bride, Nancy Roach Willson. The family lived in this home until the death of Miss Clara Willson in 1959. The second owners bought the . . . Map (db m234116) HM
284 North Carolina, Guilford County, Summerfield — Family Cemetery of Charles Bruce-1733-1832-
On Summerfield Road south of Centerfield Road, on the left when traveling south.
Revolutionary Leader and Founder of Bruce's Cross Roads (now Summerfield) and grave of James Gillies Light Horse Harry Lee's Bugler slain by British Feb. 12, 1781.Map (db m234035) HM
285 North Carolina, Guilford County, Summerfield — Laughlin School
On Summerfield Road, 0.1 miles north of Thorpe Drive, on the left when traveling north.
Laughlin School was established January 1866 as a "Sabbath School" at Peace Church. In 1934 Summerfield Colored School opened with 5 teachers and 190 students. It was renamed Laughlin School in honor of the first principal, Duella Laughlin. . . . Map (db m234038) HM
286 North Carolina, Guilford County, Summerfield — Peace UMC
On Scalesville Road at Mound Road, on the left when traveling west on Scalesville Road.
Founded in 1840, Peace United Methodist Church was a Quaker “Sabbath School” for freed slaves. Later purchased by the Northern Methodist Conference, it was given to the local congregation, which birthed Laughlin School. The black and white . . . Map (db m234117) HM
287 North Carolina, Guilford County, Summerfield — Rock Gym
On Centerfield Road, 0.1 miles west of Summerfield Road, on the left when traveling west.
Summerfield School Gym, originally known as the "Rock Gym," was completed in 1939. A product of The Works Project Administration, it was constructed in the "Rustic Revival" style using quarried rock from the nearby Robert Gamble farm and . . . Map (db m234036) HM
288 North Carolina, Guilford County, Summerfield — Southern Railway Freight Shed
On Summerfield Road at Rhondan Road, on the right when traveling north on Summerfield Road.
This Southern Railway “freight shed” (c. 1952) stored freight after the Depot was retired and torn down. It sits on the original A&Y Railroad railbed. A&Y tracks laid: 1886 • Depot built, first trains: 1887 • Last passenger train: 1939 • Depot . . . Map (db m234114) HM
289 North Carolina, Guilford County, Summerfield — Train Depot
On Summerfield Road at Rhondan Road, on the right when traveling north on Summerfield Road.
The depot served the Atlantic & Yadkin Railway, which was part of the Cape Fear and Yadkin Valley Railway and “Mountain-to-Sea Railway.” The 1887 depot was just southeast of Rhondan Road and was demolished circa early 1950s. The depot handled . . . Map (db m234113) HM
290 North Carolina, Guilford County, Whitsett — J-62 — Cedar Hill Foundry and Machine Shop
On Rock Creek Diary Road, 0.2 miles north of Franz Warner Parkway, on the right when traveling north.
Operated by Clapp, Gates and Company. Made rifles and military supplies for N.C. and the Confederacy 1861-64. Site ¼ mi. E.Map (db m69984) HM
291 North Carolina, Guilford County, Whitsett — J-107 — Wadsworth Church
On Rock Creek Dairy Road at Judge Adams Road (County Route 3058), on the left when traveling south on Rock Creek Dairy Road.
Congregational. Founded 1870 by former slave Rev. Madison Lindsay. Restored 1885 building is 80 yards southwest.Map (db m77292) HM

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