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Historical Markers in Halifax, North Carolina

 
Clickable Map of Halifax 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 Halifax County, NC (103) Bertie County, NC (22) Edgecombe County, NC (44) Franklin County, NC (11) Martin County, NC (18) Nash County, NC (26) Northampton County, NC (26) Warren County, NC (30)  HalifaxCounty(103) Halifax County (103)  BertieCounty(22) Bertie County (22)  EdgecombeCounty(44) Edgecombe County (44)  FranklinCounty(11) Franklin County (11)  MartinCounty(18) Martin County (18)  NashCounty(26) Nash County (26)  NorthamptonCounty(26) Northampton County (26)  WarrenCounty(30) Warren County (30)
Halifax is the county seat for Halifax County
Halifax is in Halifax County
      Halifax County (103)  
ADJACENT TO HALIFAX COUNTY
      Bertie County (22)  
      Edgecombe County (44)  
      Franklin County (11)  
      Martin County (18)  
      Nash County (26)  
      Northampton County (26)  
      Warren County (30)  
 
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1 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-52 — "Colonial Churchyard"
Graves of Confederate general Junius Daniel, editor Abraham Hodge, United States District Judge John Sitgreaves, are 1 bl. N.E.Map (db m221534) HM
2 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — Burgess Law Office
For many years, this structure was known as the “Constitution House” because it was thought to be where North Carolina’s Fifth Provincial Congress met in December 1776 to create the first state constitution. However, research and archaeology . . . Map (db m222089) HM
3 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — Colonial Punishment
During North Carolina’s early history, authorities used jails to house inmates before they could be tried or have their sentences carried out. Unlike today, jails were not usually used to punish offenders. Instead, corporal punishment was the norm . . . Map (db m222090) HM
4 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-84 — Conoconnara Chapel
Established as Anglican 1747; James Moir first priest. Became Baptist 1783; inactive since 1933. Present building, 1849, moved 1 mi. S.W. In 1878.Map (db m221581) HM
5 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-12 — Cornwallis
The British Army under Gen. George Cornwallis marching to Virginia defeated the local Militia at the town of Halifax in May, 1781.Map (db m221535) HM
6 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — Eagle Tavern
The portion of the tavern that remains today was built around 1790. It was moved from its original location sometime after 1838. After years as a private residence it was moved to this location in 1976. The original Eagle Tavern operated during . . . Map (db m221536) HM
7 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-68 — Eagle Tavern
Built in 1790s. Banquet for Lafayette held on February 27, 1825 when tavern was on its original site 900 feet northeast.Map (db m221538) HM
8 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — Early American Taverns
Taverns in colonial North Carolina, as in other parts of the country, were a vital part of the local economy and lifestyle. Travelers could find a place to sleep and a meal to eat as they made their way across the state. Local citizens used taverns . . . Map (db m221539) HM
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9 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — Escape!The Roanoke River, Halifax, and the Maritime Underground Railroad.
Eighteenth-century towns were important gatherinsg spaces for people from various backgrounds. Halifax, on the south bank of the Roanoke River and at the intersection of major roads, became a major trade center and port during this period. . . . Map (db m207804) HM
10 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — Escape!The Roanoke River, Halifax, and the Maritime Underground Railroad.
Follow this ¼ mile trail to the Roanoke River and meet the men, women, and children who risked their lives to flee slavery. “…the thought of being again made a slave, and of suffering the horrible punishment of a runaway, restrained me. I lay . . . Map (db m221541) HM
11 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — Halifax Colonial Jails
The citizens of Halifax constructed three jails between 1759 and 1838. The first two stood near this spot. The North Carolina General Assembly ordered the construction of the first jail, along with the stocks and a pillory, for the “detention and . . . Map (db m222091) HM
12 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — Halifax Courthouse
A 1758 act of North Carolina colonial assembly required the court for the Northampton, Edgecombe, and Granville districts to be moved from Enfield to Halifax. On the lot in front of you, the colony constructed a new courthouse, along with a jail, . . . Map (db m222092) HM
13 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — Halifax Runaway Ads
Halifax Newspapers, such as the Roanoke Advocate and Halifax Minerva, included runaway ads, which usually offered rewards for an escaped slave’s return. Captured fugitives were often held in Halifax Jail and their owners were . . . Map (db m222093) HM
14 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-39 — Hutchins G. Burtonca. 1774–1836
Governor, 1824–1827; Attorney General of N.C.; Congressman. His home was 400 yds. W.Map (db m221543) HM
15 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-3 — Independence
The “Halifax Resolves,” first formal sanction of American Independence, adopted in this town, April 12, 1776.Map (db m221545) HM
16 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-99 — John H. Eaton1790-1856
Secretary of War under Andrew Jackson; United States Senator from Tennessee; Florida governor; United States minister to Spain. Born here.Map (db m221553) HM
17 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-8 — Masonic Lodge
Chartered 1767. Building was erected in 1769. Joseph Montfort, "Grand Master of America," is buried there. 500 yds. E.Map (db m221552) HM
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18 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — Montfort Archaeological Museum
A 1769 map of Halifax shows a large building on this site. This lot, along with three surrounding ones, belonged to Joseph Montfort, a man of high standing in 18th-century North Carolina. He served as Clerk of Court for Edgecomb and Halifax . . . Map (db m222094) HM
19 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-98 — North Carolina Constitution
The first constitution of the independent state was adopted in Halifax on December 18, 1776.Map (db m221554) HM
20 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — EEE-1 — Ram Albemarle
The Confederate ironclad Albemarle was outfitted in Halifax with machinery and guns before sailing down river into action, 1864.Map (db m221555) HM
21 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — Site of First Courthouse
. . . Map (db m222095) HM
22 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — The Free Church of Halifax
In 1793, the first Halifax church was built at this location. The Free Church was open to all denominations. Services were held until the 1850’s when congregations began to build their own churches. In 1911 the church fell in disrepair and . . . Map (db m222096) HM
23 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — The Halifax Resolves
. . . Map (db m222097) HM
24 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — The Market Green
The market green played an important role in the growth and development of Halifax. The town’s original plan called for the green to take up both sides of King Street. In time, however, the courthouse, jail, and other public buildings occupied the . . . Map (db m222098) HM
25 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — The Old Town of Halifax
Antebellum Halifax was an important in the plantation country of the Roanoke River valley. Its location on the river, where a major north-south roadway crossed , made the town a logical place for travel and commerce. The 240 slaves and 53 free . . . Map (db m222099) HM
26 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — The Owens House
This Georgian style house with a gambled roof was built elsewhere about 1760 and moved here by 1880. It is named for George Owens, a prominent and prosperous Halifax merchant. The house had many owners through the years and was occupied until . . . Map (db m222100) HM
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27 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — The Sally Billy House
Constructed around 1808 for a Halifax County planter named Lewis Bond, this house was originally located near Scotland Neck. In 1834, William “Billy” Ruffin Smith Sr. and his wife Sarah, or “Sally” bought it. Smith, a county court justice, died in . . . Map (db m222083) HM
28 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — The Tap Room
Constructed in 1760, this building was given the name “Tap Room” by twentieth-century historians. It has had many names and alterations in the past, including “Pope’s Hotel,” which had an adjoining building containing 19 fireplaces and 9 chimneys. . . . Map (db m222101) HM
29 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — Visit of George Washington
In patriotic commemoration of the visit of George Washington on his tour of the southern states 1791Map (db m226725) HM
30 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-25 — Washington’s Southern Tour
President Washington was a visitor in the town of Halifax, on April 16-17, 1791.Map (db m221551) HM
31 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-4 — William R. Davie Reported missing
Lived here. Revolutionary hero, member Federal Convention, governor, envoy to France, "Father of the University."Map (db m221547) HM
32 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-4 — William R. Davie1756-1820
A militia officer during the Revolution; governor, 1798-99; envoy to France; "father" of University of N.C. Lived in this house.Map (db m226935) HM
33 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — William R. Davie House
William Richardson Davie lived in this transitional Georgian Federal town house during most of his active career. One of North Carolina’s most distinguished and influential Federal leaders, Davie attended the United States Constitutional . . . Map (db m221548) HM
34 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-9 — Willie Jones Reported missing
Statesman of Revolutionary era, leading champion of democracy in N.C. His home, “The Grove,” stood 400 yards west.Map (db m221549) HM
35 North Carolina, Halifax County, Halifax — E-9 — Willie Jones1741-1801
Key Anti-Federalist and an advocate for states' rights in Revolutionary era N.C. His home, "The Grove," was 2/10 mi. W.Map (db m226722) HM
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Mar. 28, 2024