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101 North Carolina, Edgecombe County, Tarboro — E-116 — George H. White — 1852 ~ 1918
On Granville Street near Main Street (North Carolina Highway 33), on the right when traveling east.
Represented the state's "Black Second" district, U.S. House, 1897-1901. Last black Southerner in Congress for 72 years. Lived two blocks east.Map (db m45101) HM
102 North Carolina, Forsyth County, Donnaha — Wright Court House Site 1771-1774 / Richmond Court House Site 1774-1789
On Reynolda Road (Route 67) 0.1 miles south of Donnaha Road, on the right when traveling north.
Court Houses that served old Surry County. Wright Court House Site is located one mile south. Richmond Court House Site is located one mile northeast. Andrew Jackson, seventh President of the United States, was admitted to the bar to practice law in . . . Map (db m98706) HM
103 North Carolina, Forsyth County, Kernersville — Site of Dobson's Tavern
On North Main Street at East Mountain Street, on the right when traveling north on North Main Street.
Here George Washington breakfasted June 2, 1791. The following excerpt is from his diary of his southern tour: "In company with the Govr. I set out for Guilford. By 4 o'clock-breakfasted at one Dobson's at the distance of . . . Map (db m98372) HM
104 North Carolina, Forsyth County, Oldtown — Vorsteher's House 1758
Near Bethabara Road, on the right when traveling east.
This framework and brick home was built in 1758 for the Vorsteher (for-shtay-er), who served his community as business manager and treasurer. His duties would have been similar to those of the present-day city manager's. Due to soil erosion, the . . . Map (db m53453) HM
105 North Carolina, Forsyth County, Winston-Salem — City Hall
On Main Street, on the right.
Completed in 1926, City Hall has been the seat of Winston-Salem's government since its construction. An integral part of Winston-Salem's downtown streetscape, City Hall was designed by the local architectural firm of Northup and O'Brien. City Hall . . . Map (db m51721) HM
106 North Carolina, Forsyth County, Winston-Salem — Consolidation of Winston and Salem
Near 1st Street W west of Liberty Street, on the right when traveling west.
First Street marks the former boundary of Salem and Winston. Salem was founded in 1766 as the central congregational town for the Moravian Church in North Carolina. In 1849, when Forsyth County was formed, the Moravian Church sold 50Ό acres . . . Map (db m98796) HM
107 North Carolina, Forsyth County, Winston-Salem — Former Dividing Line Between Winston and Salem
On 1st Street at Main Street, on the left when traveling west on 1st Street.
Former Dividing Line Between Winston and Salem Towns Consolidated May 13, 1913Map (db m54635) HM
108 North Carolina, Forsyth County, Winston-Salem — Lloyd Presbyterian Church
On N. Chestnut St., 0.1 miles north of E. 7th St., on the left when traveling north.
The congregation of Lloyd Presbyterian Church was formed in the 1870s as part of a national movement by Northern missionaries to establish African-American Presbyterian churches in the South. Lloyd Presbyterian Church's current building was . . . Map (db m51974) HM
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109 North Carolina, Forsyth County, Winston-Salem — J-105 — N.C. Federation of Women's Clubs
On Sout Main Street at Cemetery Street, on the right on Sout Main Street.
Volunteer service group promoted suffrage, education, and other social, cultural causes. Founded 1902 one-half mi. SE.Map (db m51714) HM
110 North Carolina, Forsyth County, Winston-Salem — Salem Town Hall
On South Liberty Street at Cemetery Street, on the left on South Liberty Street.
The Salem Town Hall was Salem's last municipal building before the Town's consolidation with Winston in 1913. The last of Salem's town halls to remain standing, the building was designed by the prominent local architect Willard C. Northup and . . . Map (db m51720) HM
111 North Carolina, Forsyth County, Winston-Salem — The Honorable Willie Jones of Halifax — To the memory of — 1741-1801 —
On Main Street, on the right when traveling north.
Who led the 1788 Constitutional Convention of North Carolina to decline to ratify the Federal Constitution until his State and its people were assured that a Bill of Rights would be incorporated in the United States Constitution. Perhaps more than . . . Map (db m63741) HM
112 North Carolina, Forsyth County, Winston-Salem — Thomas J. Wilson
On Second Street at North Main Street, on the left when traveling east on Second Street.
This site marks the location where Thomas J. Wilson built the first home in what would become the town of Winston. Wilson had received permission from the Moravian Church in 1847 to erect his dwelling north of Salem's central area, as he wanted to . . . Map (db m98780) HM
113 North Carolina, Franklin County, Franklinton — E-62 — Moses A. Hopkins
On S. Main Street at W. College Street, on the right when traveling south on S. Main Street.
U.S. Minister to Liberia, 1885-1886. Negro clergyman. Founder and principal of Albion Academy which stood 2 blocks E.Map (db m222539) HM
114 North Carolina, Franklin County, Louisburg — E-52 — Thomas W. Bickett
On North Bickett Boulevard (U.S. 401) at Halifax Road, on the left when traveling north on North Bickett Boulevard.
Governor, 1917-21, first in state nominated by a Democratic primary, N.C. Attorney General, member state house. Home stands ½ mi. S.W.Map (db m215834) HM
115 North Carolina, Gaston County, Dallas — First Gaston County Courthouse
On N Gaston St. (County Route 2278).
On This square was located the Courthouse of Gaston County from 1847 until the County seat was moved to Gastonia in 1911. The first structure, built of logs, was replaced by a brick building in 1848. The interior of this latter building, together . . . Map (db m18582) HM
116 North Carolina, Gaston County, Dallas — Gaston County Courthouse (former) — -1848-
On N. Gaston St. (State Highway 2278).
This Greek Revival structure served as the county courthouse from 1848 to 1911, when the county seat moved to Gastonia. It marks the center of the Dallas Historic District, a Federal Register site.Map (db m18577) HM
117 North Carolina, Granville County, Oxford — Granville County Courthouse
On Main Street at Williamsboro Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Street.
Granville County Courthouse built 1838 has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Map (db m181041) HM
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118 North Carolina, Granville County, Oxford — G-94 — Henry P. Cheatham — 1857-1935
On Martin Luther King Junior Avenue (State Highway 96) at Industry Drive, on the right when traveling north on Martin Luther King Junior Avenue.
Born into slavery. U.S. Congressman, 1889–1893. Superintendent of Colored Orphanage of N.C., 1907–1935. Grave 8/10 mi. N.E.Map (db m219633) HM
119 North Carolina, Granville County, Oxford — Oxford City Hall
On Williamsboro Street just east of Belle Street, on the left when traveling west.
Erected in 1921 as the Oxford High School and later named the D.N. Hix School, this Building was renovated in 1991-1992 by the City of Oxford. The original City Hall at 120 Williamsboro Street was erected in 1908 and renovated in 1961. By agreement . . . Map (db m181021) HM
120 North Carolina, Granville County, Oxford — Samuel Benton
On Court Street at Main Street, on the left when traveling east on Court Street.
Founder of Oxford Held many public offices. Legislator 1760-68 Sheriff of Granville County 1764 Home stood 2 blocks north. Map (db m181037) HM
121 North Carolina, Granville County, Oxford — G-17 — Thomas Person
On U.S. 158 at Old Roxboro Road (County Road 1309), on the left when traveling west on U.S. 158.
Leader of popular movements: Regulation, Revolution, and Antifederalism. His home in Goshen stood five miles north.Map (db m219639) HM
122 North Carolina, Guilford County, Greensboro — J-27 — Joseph G. Cannon
On Battleground Avenue (U.S. 220) at New Garden Road, on the right when traveling north on Battleground Avenue.
Member of Congress for 46 years from Illinois, Speaker of the House, 1903-11. His birthplace stood 1½ miles southwest.Map (db m216332) HM
123 North Carolina, Guilford County, Greensboro — Joseph Gurney Cannon
On West Friendly Avenue at Levi Coffin Drive, on the right when traveling west on West Friendly Avenue.
Memorial to Joseph Gurney Cannon For forty-six years congressman from Illinois Speaker, National House of Representatives, 1903-1911 who was born one and a half miles north of this place on May 7, 1836Map (db m219408) HM
124 North Carolina, Guilford County, Greensboro, Downtown — Gertrude Weil — 1879-1971
On West Market Street east of South Eugene Street, on the right when traveling east.
“It is obvious that to treat people equally is the right thing to do.” “Women breathed the same air, got the same education; It was ridiculous, spending so much energy and elocution on something that was rightfully . . . Map (db m234032) HM
125 North Carolina, Guilford County, Greensboro, Downtown — 53 — Gertrude Weil — Road to the 19th Amendment — National Votes for Women Trail —
On West Market Street, 0.1 miles east of South Eugene Street, on the right when traveling east.
1879-1971. Suffrage leader & president, Equal Suffrage Assn. of NC, 1919-1920. Led final meeting here 1920 to found NC League of Women Voters.Map (db m234033) HM
126 North Carolina, Guilford County, Greensboro, Downtown — Henry Frye
On West February 1 Place at South Elm Street on West February 1 Place.
Henry Ell Frye, attorney, legislator, businessman and judge, has played a major role in local and state history since 1968 when he was elected to the North Carolina House of Representatives. The first African—American member of the General . . . Map (db m99399) HM
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127 North Carolina, Guilford County, Greensboro, Downtown — J-4 — John Motley Morehead — 1796-1866
On South Edgeworth Street at West McGee Street, on the right when traveling north on South Edgeworth Street.
Governor, 1841-45. An advocate for railroads & industrial development. Lived at Blandwood.Map (db m212058) HM
128 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — J-118 — Capus Waynick — 1889-1986
On North Hamilton Street south of Montlieu Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Newspaperman and public official; ambassador to Nicaragua and Columbia; adviser to governor on racial affairs, 1963-64. Grave is Ό mile S.E.Map (db m216188) HM
129 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Dr. C.S. Grayson House
On North Main Street (State Road 1993) at Edgar Place, on the right when traveling south on North Main Street.
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m234022) HM
130 North Carolina, Guilford County, High Point — Guilford County Office and Court Building
On South Main Street (State Road 1993) at West Green Drive, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street.
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m234021) HM
131 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
132 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
133 North Carolina, Guilford County, Oak Ridge — Oakhurst — 1897
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
134 North Carolina, Guilford County, Summerfield — Charles Bruce — 1733-1832 — 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
135 North Carolina, Halifax County, Enfield — E-104 — Bartholomew F. Moore — 1801-1878
On North Carolina Route 4 at Fishing Creek Road (North Carolina Route 481), on the left when traveling south on State Route 4.
Noted lawyer. Attorney general of N.C., 1848-51. Compiled Revised Code in 1854. Opposed secession. Born 7/10 mile west.Map (db m221523) HM
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136 North Carolina, Halifax County, Enfield — E-103 — James E. O'Hara — 1844 - 1905
On State Highway 481 at Daniels Bridge Road (County Route 1220), on the left when traveling west on State Highway 481.
Black political leader. Member, U.S. House of Representatives, 1883-1887. Practiced law in Enfield. Lived 1/10 mi. S.Map (db m221528) HM
137 North Carolina, Halifax County, Enfield — E-16 — John Branch
On North McDaniel Street (U.S. 301) at East Franklin Street, on the right when traveling north on North McDaniel Street.
Governor of N.C., 1817-20, and of the Florida Territory, Secretary of the Navy, U.S. Senator. Home was four blocks, grave is ½ mile, west.Map (db m221529) HM
138 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-39 — Hutchins G. Burton — ca. 1774–1836
On U.S. 301 south of South King Street (Business U.S. 301), on the right when traveling south.
Governor, 1824–1827; Attorney General of N.C.; Congressman. His home was 400 yds. W.Map (db m221543) HM
139 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-99 — John H. Eaton — 1790-1856
On King Street south of St. David Street, on the right when traveling north.
Secretary of War under Andrew Jackson; United States Senator from Tennessee; Florida governor; United States minister to Spain. Born here.Map (db m221553) HM
140 North Carolina, Halifax County, Littleton — E-120 — Ella Baker — 1903-1986
On East South Main Street (U.S. 158) at Kirkland Street, on the right when traveling east on East South Main Street.
Civil rights leader. She organized the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, April 1960, at Shaw University. Her childhood home Ό mi. E.Map (db m222004) HM
141 North Carolina, Halifax County, Littleton — E-43 — Walter Clark — 1846-1924
On NC-4, 0.5 miles north of Spruills Bridge Road, on the right when traveling north.
Champion of liberalism. Member, State Supreme Court, 1889-1924; Chief Justice, 1902-24. Editor, State Records of N.C. Home, "Airlie," was here.Map (db m221077) HM
142 North Carolina, Halifax County, Littleton — E-66 — Willis Alston, Jr. — 1769-1837
On East South Main Street (U.S. 158) at Mosby Avenue, on the right when traveling east on East South Main Street.
US Congressman, 1799-1815 and 1825-1831, as a Jeffersonian Republican; NC Representative and Senator. Grave 4 1/2 mi. SE.Map (db m222020) HM
143 North Carolina, Halifax County, Scotland Neck — E-47 — Gallberry
On North Carolina Route 125, 0.2 miles west of Gallberry Road, on the left when traveling west.
Built about 1885. Home of three congressmen, W. H. Kitchin and his sons Wm. W. (governor, 1909-1913) and Claude.Map (db m221567) HM
144 North Carolina, Halifax County, Scotland Neck — E-46 — W. W. Kitchin — 1866-1924
On U.S. 258 at Mary Chapel Road (County Road 1117), on the right when traveling north on U.S. 258.
Governor, 1909-1913; congressman, 1897-1908; & attorney. His grave is 240 yards south.Map (db m221573) HM
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145 North Carolina, Halifax County, Weldon — E-105 — Benjamin S. Turner — 1825-1894
On Julian R Allsbrook Highway (U.S. 158) at Country Club Road (County Road 1641), on the right when traveling east on Julian R Allsbrook Highway.
U.S. Congressman, 1871-1873, representing Ala.; merchant and farmer in Selma, Ala. Born into slavery one mile south.Map (db m222010) HM
146 North Carolina, Henderson County, Flat Rock — P-52 — George A. Trenholm
On Greenville Highway (U.S. 25) at North Highland Lake Road (County Route 1783), on the right when traveling north on Greenville Highway.
Confederate Secretary of Treasury, 1864-65; S.C. legislator; cotton broker and financier. Summer home "Solitude" stands ½ mile east.Map (db m12417) HM
147 North Carolina, Henderson County, Tuxedo — P-25 — Vance-Carson Duel
On Old US 25 (State Highway 1265).
On Nov. 5, 1827, Robert B. Vance, Former N.C. Congressman, was fatally wounded in a duel by Samuel P. Carson, his successor. ½ mile S.E.Map (db m12436) HM
148 North Carolina, Hertford County, Murfreesboro — David Collin Barnes — (1875-1959)
On West Main Street (Business U.S. 158) west of Winder Street, on the right when traveling west.
N.C. House of Representatives, N.C. State Senate (three terms), Mayor of Murfreesboro, Chairman of School Board, Democratic Party state executive, Committee and County chairman, son of Judge David Alexander Barnes and Bettie Vaughan BarnesMap (db m60645) HM
149 North Carolina, Hertford County, Murfreesboro — J. William Copeland — (1914-1988)
On East Main Street (Business U.S. 158) east of South Wynn Street, on the right when traveling east.
Associate Justice of N.C. Supreme Court 1975-1985, Superior Court Judge-131/2 years, served in 84 counties, N.C. State Senator-four terms, Mayor of Murfreesboro and Woodland, home: 407 East High StreetMap (db m60644) HM
150 North Carolina, Hertford County, Murfreesboro — A-18 — John H. Wheeler
On East Main Street (Business U.S. 158) at North Fourth Street, on the right when traveling west on East Main Street.
Historian, legislator, superintendent U.S. Mint at Charlotte, state treasurer, minister to Nicaragua, born 1806 in brick house 300 yds. N.Map (db m60639) HM
151 North Carolina, Hertford County, Murfreesboro — Stanley Winborne — 1886-1966
On East Main Street (Business U.S. 158) at North Fourth Street, on the right when traveling west on East Main Street.
Lawyer-banker-statesman, Member N.C. House-Senate, Corporate & Utilities Commissioner 1930-1959-Chairman 22 yrs.-lowered N.C. electric rate, equalized No./So. freight rate, born in Main St. house, Main St. home & law office moved to historic districtMap (db m60643) HM
152 North Carolina, Iredell County, Sharpesburg — M-45 — William Sharpe — 1742 - 1818
On Wilkesboro Highway (State Highway 115) at Snow Creek Road on Wilkesboro Highway.
Member of Continental & provincial congresses: was first legislator to advocate U.N.C., 1784. Grave is 2 miles east.Map (db m51081) HM
153 North Carolina, Iredell County, Statesville — Col. Silas Alexander Sharpe — (March 5, 1830 – December 9, 1903)
On South Center Street (U.S. 21) at West Sharpe Street, on the right when traveling south on South Center Street.
Dedicated to the memory of Col. Silas A. Sharpe, a prominent industrialist and political leader in Statesville throughout the second half of the 19th century. He was sworn as the first Mayor of the City of Statesville on March 25, 1867. The . . . Map (db m237105) HM
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154 North Carolina, Iredell County, Statesville — M-25 — Vance House
On West Front Street (U.S. 64) at South Mulberry Street, on the left when traveling west on West Front Street.
Now historical museum, was temporary home of Gov. Zebulon B. Vance after Sherman's capture of Raleigh. April 1865. Is 350 yards southwest.Map (db m51408) HM
155 North Carolina, Jackson County, Cashiers — Q-1 — Wade Hampton
On Route 64 at Route 107 on Route 64.
Confederate General; Governor of S.C., 1875-79; U.S. Senator. His Summer Home, "High Hampton", Stood 1 1/3 Miles Southeast.Map (db m20982) HM
156 North Carolina, Jackson County, Sylva — Q-59 — Dan K. Moore — 1906-1986
On West Main Street (Business U.S. 23) just west of Dillsboro Road, on the right when traveling east.
Governor, 1965-69; held posts on superior & state Supreme courts. Set up initial Court of Appeals, 1967. Lived 1/10 mi. SE.Map (db m129226) HM
157 North Carolina, Jackson County, Sylva — Q-51 — Gertrude Dills McKee — 1885 - 1948
On West Main Street (State Highway 23) at Landis Street on West Main Street.
First woman elected to N.C. Senate, 1930. Civic leader and clubwoman. Home was 50 yds. west.Map (db m12697) HM
158 North Carolina, Jackson County, Sylva — Site of First Jackson County North Carolina Courts
On Great Smokey Mountain Expy (State Highway 74) at Ferguson Road on Great Smokey Mountain Expy.
Site of Daniel Bryson Sr. and Artic Virginia Dillard Brysons' home, where on March 21, 1853 the first court of Jackson County, N.C. was held, and on March 23, 1853 the county government was formed-the structure was razed in 1956Map (db m12701) HM
159 North Carolina, Jackson County, Whittier — Q-46 — William H. Thomas
On Henry Bird Road (U.S. 74) west of U.S. 441, on the right when traveling east.
White chief and agent of N.C. Cherokee. Secured reservation for them. Confederate colonel. State senator. Home, "Stekoih Fields", stood Ό mi. S.Map (db m198004) HM
160 North Carolina, Johnston County, Clayton — H-49 — William E. Dodd — 1869-1940
On U.S. 70 Business (Business U.S. 70) at South Robertson Street (County Route 1552), on the right when traveling north on U.S. 70 Business.
Ambassador to Germany 1933-37, professor and writer of U.S. history. He was born 2 mi. N.E.Map (db m217460) HM
161 North Carolina, Johnston County, Smithfield — H-63 — Edward W. Pou
On West Market Street (Business U.S. 70) at South Front Street, on the left when traveling west on West Market Street.
Congressman, 1901-1934. Chairman House Rules Committee during parts of administrations of Wilson, F.D. Roosevelt. Grave is 200 yds. south.Map (db m70388) HM
162 North Carolina, Lee County, Sanford — H-43 — A.A.F Seawell — 1864-1950
On West Main Street, on the right when traveling west.
Justice of State Supreme Court, 1938-1950; state legislator and attorney general. Home is here.Map (db m222023) HM
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163 North Carolina, Lenoir County, Kinston — Caswell
On South Queen (Street State Routr 58) (Business U.S. 258) near East King Street, on the right when traveling north.
(West face) The people of N.C. have erected this monument in remembrance of the eminent services of Richard Caswell The first Governor under a free constitution (South face) He was called to the Head of . . . Map (db m68942) HM
164 North Carolina, Lenoir County, Kinston — Grave of Richard Caswell
On West Vernon Avenue (Route 70/258), on the right when traveling east.
South of this tablet, 166 yards, is the grave of Richard Caswell, the first Governor of North Carolina, as an independent state. "I will most cheerfully join any of my countrymen, even as a rank and file man, and whilst I have blood in my veins . . . Map (db m30488) HM
165 North Carolina, Lenoir County, Kinston — F-2 — Richard Caswell
On West Vernon Avenue (U.S. 70/258), on the right when traveling east.
First Governor of the state, 1776. Revolutionary statesman and soldier. Grave 166 yards south.Map (db m30486) HM
166 North Carolina, Lenoir County, La Grange — F-42 — William Dunn Moseley
On South Caswell Street (State Highway 903) near Lake Pines Drive, on the right when traveling north.
Member of N.C. Senate, 1829-1836; Speaker, 1833-1835. First governor of State of Florida, 1845-1849. Home was 1 mi. N.Map (db m66443) HM
167 North Carolina, Lincoln County, Iron Station — O-14 — Ingleside
On State Highway 73 at North Ingelside Farm Road (County Highway 1383), on the right when traveling west on State Highway 73.
Home built about 1817 by Daniel M. Forney, major in War of 1812, congressman, 1815-1818, legislator, and planter.Map (db m156505) HM
168 North Carolina, Lincoln County, Iron Station — O-25 — William A. Graham
On State Highway 73 at Amity Church Road, on the right when traveling west on State Highway 73.
Governor, 1845-1849; Secretary of the Navy; United States Senator; Whig nominee for Vice President in 1852. His birthplace is 3 mi. E.Map (db m156518) HM
169 North Carolina, Lincoln County, Lincolnton — O-12 — Hiram R. Revels — 1822 - 1901
On Main Street (State Highway 27), on the right when traveling south.
First black to serve in Congress. Native of N.C. Mississippi senator, 1870-1871. Operated own barbershop here, 1840s.Map (db m81900) HM
170 North Carolina, Lincoln County, Lincolnton — O-66 — William A. Hoke — 1851-1925
On East Main Street (State Highway 27) at South Cedar Street, on the right when traveling east on East Main Street.
Chief justice 1 year & assoc. justice 20 yrs., N.C. Supreme Court. Superior court judge 13 yrs. Birthplace stood here.Map (db m44383) HM
171 North Carolina, Lincoln County, Lowesville — O-61 — Peter Forney — 1756-1834
On Old Plank Road at Mariposa Road, on the left when traveling west on Old Plank Road.
Pioneer manufacturer of iron; Revolutionary War officer; Congressman, 1813-1815. Mt. Welcome, his home, was Ύ mi. S.Map (db m70043) HM
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172 North Carolina, Martin County, Williamston — B-11 — Asa Biggs — 1811-1878
On East Main Street at North Smithwick Street, on the right when traveling west on East Main Street.
U.S. Senator, 1855-1858. Federal and Confederate judge. Member of state conventions in 1835 and 1861. Lived 1 block N.Map (db m225145) HM
173 North Carolina, Martin County, Williamston — Asa Biggs House — Home to a Politician & Jurist
On East Church Street at North Smithwick Street, on the left when traveling east on East Church Street.
Asa Biggs (1811-1878), a prominent North Carolina politician and jurist, and his wife, Martha, built this Federal and Greek Revival—style house and lived here from 1835 to 1862. Biggs practiced law from his office just across Smithwick Street. . . . Map (db m152853) HM
174 North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, Charlotte center city — L-3 — Confederate Cabinet
On North Tyron Street at East 11th Street on North Tyron Street.
With President Davis held last full meetings April 22-26, 1865 in a house which was located here.Map (db m16818) HM
175 North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, Charlotte center city — Mrs. "Stonewall Jackson" 1831-1915 — Charlotte Mecklenburg Historic Site
Near West Trade Street at South Polar Street. Reported missing.
Mary Anna Morrison Jackson, Mecklenburg native and widow of Confederate General T.J. "Stonewall" Jackson, lived many years on this site. Her home was a mecca for Confederate soldiers and dignitaries including Presidents Theodore Roosevelt and . . . Map (db m92880) HM
176 North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, Charlotte center city — L-109 — N. C. League of Municipalities
On S Tryon St. near Wachovia Center.
Founded 1908 to promote sound civic management; Progressive era reform. First meeting held here attended by delegates from across the state.Map (db m16795) HM
177 North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, Charlotte center city — Queen Charlotte Walks In Her Garden — Graham Weathers — Sculptor, American, 1988 —
On East 5th Street at North College Street, on the right when traveling east on East 5th Street.
In 1761, colonial Americans were fascinated by the royal wedding of England's King George III to a 17 year-old German princess, Charlotte Sophia of the Duchy of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. Settlers here were rebellious toward the king and his agents . . . Map (db m175598) HM
178 North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, Charlotte center city — The Johnston Building — Charlotte Mecklenburg Historic Site
On South Tryon Street just south of West 4th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Built in 1924, owned by C.W. Johnston originally housed offices of prominent textile companies, a cotton exchange and the office of former Governor-U.S. Senator Cameron Morrison. Earlier on this site was the Charlotte office of J.B. Duke.Map (db m175621) HM
179 North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, Charlotte center city — The Origin Of Our Names
On West 5th Street just west of North Church Street, on the right when traveling west.
The first European settlers began coming to this area in the 1740's when North Carolina was a British colony. In 1762, with 777 "taxables" (adult males over twelve years of age) Mecklenburg County was created from Anson County. In an attempt by . . . Map (db m175529) HM
180 North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, Cotswold — L-53 — Cameron Morrison
On Providence Road (State Highway 16) at Sharon Lane, on the right when traveling south on Providence Road.
Governor, began state-wide paved road building program. United States Senator and Representative. His home is 1½ miles S. E.Map (db m173394) HM
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181 North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, Elizabeth — L-87 — Mint Museum of Art
On Randolph Road, 1.2 miles north of Wendover Road, on the right when traveling south.
Operated as Branch U.S. Mint, 1837-61. Relocated to present site as art museum, 1936. Building expanded, 1968 and 1985.Map (db m125783) HM
182 North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, Pineville — L-78 — James K. Polk — 1795-1849
On Lancaster Highway at James K Polk Road (County Highway 3640), on the right when traveling north on Lancaster Highway.
U.S. President, 1845-49. Born nearby in house no longer standing. Land & reconstructed buildings now State Historic Site.Map (db m116043) HM
183 North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, Pineville — James Knox Polk Birthplace
On James K. Polk Road (County Road 3640) 0.1 miles east of Lancaster Highway, on the left when traveling east.
Here stood the house in which was born November 2, 1795 James Knox Polk, President of the United States 1845 - 1849.Map (db m175699) HM
184 North Carolina, Montgomery County, Mount Gilead — K-33 — Edmund DeBerry — 1787-1859
On Pee Dee Road (State Highway 1174) 0.9 miles north of Apple Orchard Road.
Member of Congress & State Senator. Planter and promoter of mining & manufacturing. Home here, grave 4/5 mi. west.Map (db m181297) HM
185 North Carolina, New Hanover County, Wilmington — D-35 — George Davis
On Market Street (Business U.S. 17) south of Porters Neck Road (County Route 1402), on the right when traveling south.
Confederate Senator, 1862-64, and Attorney General, 1864-65. Birthplace stood 3 mi. east.Map (db m77130) HM
186 North Carolina, New Hanover County, Wilmington, Historic District — D-17 — Edward B. Dudley — 1789 - 1855
On South 3rd Street (U.S. 74) at Nun Street, on the right when traveling south on South 3rd Street.
Governor, 1836-41, the first in N.C. elected by popular vote; first president of Wilmington and Weldon Railroad. His home stands 2 blocks W.Map (db m28746) HM
187 North Carolina, New Hanover County, Wilmington, Historic District — D-118 — Wilmington Coup
On Market Street (Business U.S. 17) at Fourth Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Market Street.
Armed white mob met at armory here, Nov. 10, 1898. Marched six blocks and burned office of Daily Record, black-owned newspaper. Violence left untold numbers of African Americans dead. Led to overthrow of city government & installation of coup leader . . . Map (db m144201) HM
188 North Carolina, New Hanover County, Wilmington, Riverfront — General Benjamin Smith
On Dock Street, 0.1 miles west of South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling west.
. . . Map (db m28762) HM
189 North Carolina, New Hanover County, Wilmington, Riverfront — D-56 — Judah P. Benjamin
On South 3rd Street (U.S. 17) 0.1 miles south of Ann Street, on the right when traveling south.
United States Senator, Confederate Attorney General, Secretary of War, & of State, later lawyer in England. His early home was here.Map (db m28625) HM
190 North Carolina, New Hanover County, Wilmington, Riverfront — D-2 — Old Courthouse
On Market Street (U.S. 17) at North 3rd Street (U.S. 74), on the right when traveling west on Market Street.
Stood two blocks west. Here a stamp master, William Houston, was forced to resign, 1765, and safety committees met in 1775.Map (db m28754) HM
191 North Carolina, New Hanover County, Wilmington, Riverfront — President William H. Taft
On North 3rd Street just north of Princess Street, on the right when traveling north.
Here President William H. Taft addressed the people of Wilmington, November 9, 1909. New Hanover Historical Commission — A.J. Howell • E.S. Martin • James Sprunt • W.A. McGirt.Map (db m224895) HM
192 North Carolina, New Hanover County, Wilmington, Riverfront — D-31 — Woodrow Wilson
On South 3rd Street (U.S. 74) at Cottage Lane, on the right when traveling north on South 3rd Street.
President of the United States, 1913-1921. His home, 1874-1882, was the Presbyterian manse, which stood one block E.Map (db m28731) HM
193 North Carolina, Northampton County, Jackson — E-10 — Matt W. Ransom
On U.S. 158, 2.8 miles west of Barrows Mill Road, on the left when traveling west.
Confederate General, United States Senator, 1872-95, and Minister to Mexico. Home stands 800 yards south.Map (db m31129) HM
194 North Carolina, Northampton County, Jackson — Northampton County Courthouse — 1858
On Jefferson Street (State Highway 305) at Depot Street, on the right when traveling west on Jefferson Street.
Northampton County, formed in 1741, was served by other courthouses on this site prior to construction of this building in 1858. At the time Samuel Calvert oversaw the project; Henry King Burgwyn has been credited as architect. Resting atop a high . . . Map (db m67520) HM
195 North Carolina, Northampton County, Jackson — E-6 — Thomas Bragg
On West Jefferson Street (U.S. 158) east of Thomas Bragg Drive, on the right when traveling west.
Attorney-General of Confederacy, Governor of N.C. 1855-59, U.S. Senator. Home stands one block north.Map (db m31156) HM
196 North Carolina, Onslow County, Swansboro — C-52 — Col. John Starkey
On West Corbett Avenue (State Highway 24) at Front Street, on the right when traveling east on West Corbett Avenue.
Free school advocate, 1749; Southern District treasurer, 1750-1765; member of assembly for 25 years. Grave located at "The Bluff" 4 mi. N.Map (db m31576) HM
197 North Carolina, Orange County, Hillsborough — G-19 — Edmund Fanning — 1737 - 1818
On South Churton Street (Business U.S. 70) just north of East Margaret Lane, on the right when traveling north.
Judge and local official. Target of Regulators who ransacked and destroyed his nearby home, 1770.Map (db m171939) HM
198 North Carolina, Orange County, Hillsborough — Site of First North Carolina Convention 1788
On West Tryon Street west of North Churton Street (Business U.S. 70), on the right when traveling west.
Site of First North Carolina Convention 1788 which refused to ratify the United States Constitution; later ratified at Second Convention 1789 in Fayetteville. Placed by: Orange County Constitutional Bicentennial Committee July 23, . . . Map (db m139776) HM
199 North Carolina, Orange County, Hillsborough — G-11 — Thomas Ruffin — 1787-1870
On North Churton Street (U.S. 70) at East Tryon Street, on the right when traveling north on North Churton Street.
Jurist and agriculturist. Chief Justice of North Carolina Supreme Court, 1833-1852 and 1858-1859. Grave 3/10 mile east.Map (db m98533) HM
200 North Carolina, Orange County, Hillsborough — G-40 — William A. Graham
On North Churton Street (Business U.S. 70) at West Tryon St, on the left when traveling north on North Churton Street.
Governor, 1845-1849; Secretary of the Navy; United States Senator; Whig nominee for Vice-President in 1852. His home stands 150 yds. W.Map (db m98530) HM

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