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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Rockingham County, North Carolina

 
Clickable Map of Rockingham 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 Rockingham County, NC (43) Alamance County, NC (134) Caswell County, NC (41) Forsyth County, NC (256) Guilford County, NC (290) Stokes County, NC (20) Henry County, VA (10) Pittsylvania County, VA (24)  RockinghamCounty(43) Rockingham County (43)  AlamanceCounty(134) Alamance County (134)  CaswellCounty(41) Caswell County (41)  ForsythCounty(256) Forsyth County (256)  GuilfordCounty(290) Guilford County (290)  StokesCounty(20) Stokes County (20)  HenryCountyVirginia(10) Henry County (10)  PittsylvaniaCounty(24) Pittsylvania County (24)
Wentworth is the county seat for Rockingham County
Adjacent to Rockingham County, North Carolina
      Alamance County (134)  
      Caswell County (41)  
      Forsyth County (256)  
      Guilford County (290)  
      Stokes County (20)  
      Henry County, Virginia (10)  
      Pittsylvania County, Virginia (24)  
 
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1 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — J-25 — “Land of Eden”
On Boone Road (State Highway Old 770) at N Bridge Street, on the left when traveling north on Boone Road.
Near here ran southern line of estate of Wm. Byrd, Virginia planter, author, and surveyor of Va.-N.C. boundary line, 1728.Map (db m63011) HM
2 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — J-7 — “Land of Eden”
20,000-acre estate of William Byrd, Virginia planter, author, surveyor of VA.-N.C. line, 1728. S.W. corner here.Map (db m63012) HM
3 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — “River boat Men: Dan River, 1792 – 1892”A Tribute
On Washington Street at Henry Street, on the right when traveling east on Washington Street.
The mural of the river boatmen is a tribute to the men who were responsible for the economic development of the vast interior region along the Dan River. The most prominent figures in the mural, the African American boatmen in the foreground, . . . Map (db m214863) HM
4 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — Annie Eliza Johns“Florence Nightingale of the South”
On Moncure Street at Henry Street, on the left when traveling east on Moncure Street.
Anne “Annie” Eliza Johns, volunteer nurse, poet, teacher, and author of Cooleemee, A Tale of Southern Life, is buried here with her family in the Church of the Epiphany Cemetery. She was born in Pittsylvania Co.,Va., on July 16, . . . Map (db m63047) HM
5 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — J-88 — Barnett Canal
On Church Street (State Highway 700) west of Boone Road, on the right when traveling east.
Built here in 1813 by James Barnett. Later it powered the largest continuously operating textile complex in the northern piedmont.Map (db m63015) HM
6 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — J-82 — Calcium Carbide
On Church Street (State Highway 700) east of Morgan Road, on the right when traveling west.
Industrial experiment nearby in 1892 led to discovery of process for its manufacture. First produced commercially by James T. Morehead.Map (db m63016) HM
7 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — J-93 — Charlie Poole1892-1931
On State Highway 14 west of Fisher Hill Road, on the right when traveling west.
Pioneer country music recording artist. With N. C. Ramblers. 1918-31, popularized old time music. Grave ½ mi. SW.Map (db m214864) HM
8 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — Dan RiverVital Supply Line — Confederate Lifeline —
On S Hamilton Street near North Carolina Highway Old 87, on the left when traveling north.
The Roanoke Navigation Company opened the upper Dan River here for batteau traffic in the 1820s, and the towns of Leaksville (present-day Eden) and Madison became river ports. During the antebellum era, farmers shipped their produce downstream to . . . Map (db m63043) HM
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9 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — J-113 — Industrial Education Centers
On North Pierce Street at East Moore Street, on the right when traveling north on North Pierce Street.
As forerunners of state community colleges, 1958-1963, boosted vocational training. First in N.C. operated 200 yards E.Map (db m214869) HM
10 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — Land of Eden
On S Hamilton Street at Early Avenue, on the right when traveling north on S Hamilton Street.
This marks the corner Byrds “Land of Eden” granted 1733.Map (db m63014) HM
11 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — Leaksville Cotton MillCloth for Sale — Confederate Lifeline —
On Church Street (State Highway 700) east of Morgan Road, on the left when traveling west.
Former Gov. John Motley Morehead built the Leaksville cotton factory here in 1839. Water from the nearby Smith River rapids powered the stone mill. In May and June 1861, the factory furnished 1,700 yards of osnaburg (a coarse, strong cloth . . . Map (db m63044) HM
12 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — J-91 — Leaksville Landing
On S Hamilton Street (State Highway Old 87), on the right when traveling north.
Port for bateau trade on Dan River. Improved by Roanoke Navigation Company, 1820s. Ruins visible at low water. 200 yards west.Map (db m63007) HM
13 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — J-44 — Lower Saura Town
On State Highway 14 at Town Creek Road, on the right when traveling south on State Highway 14.
A village of the Saura Indians, abandoned by that tribe in the early 18th century, was on Dan River, 2½ mi. N.E.Map (db m63052) HM
14 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Eden — J-67 — Luther H. Hodges1898 - 1974
On Boone Road near Highland Drive, on the right when traveling north.
Governor, 1954-1961; U.S. Secretary of Commerce, 1961-1965. A founder of Research Triangle Park. Home is 100 yards east.Map (db m63013) HM
15 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Madison — J-15 — Alexander Martin1738 - 1807
On State Highway 704 east of Planters Road, on the left when traveling east.
Governor, 1782 - 85 and 1789 – 92; officer in the Revolution; member, Federal Convention of 1787; United States Senator. Home stood 1/2 mile N.Map (db m62990) HM
16 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Madison — Confederate Arms Factory
On Thomas A. Burton Highway (U.S. 220), on the right when traveling south.
The Searcy & Moore gun factory was located 1 mile west on the waters of Hogans Creek. Owned by Alexander M. Searcy and Dr. J. S. Moore, the firm manufactured approximately 100 rifles for the State of North Carolina in 1862-1863. On July 10, 1863, . . . Map (db m18848) HM
17 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Madison — Law Office of Alfred Moore ScalesBuilt About 1854
On W Academy Street (State Highway 704) at S Franklin Street, on the right when traveling east on W Academy Street.
Alfred Moore Scales Born November 27, 1827 -------------------- Admitted to Bar   1851 1851   Settled in Madison 1852   N.C. House of Commons 1857   U.S. Congress 1861   Vol. Co. H. of 3rd N.C. Volunteers 1863   Brigadier General CSA 1875-1884   . . . Map (db m63208) HM
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18 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Madison — Madison's Own: The Hoppers
On West Murphy Street at South Market Street, on the right when traveling west on West Murphy Street.
Known as America's Favorite Family of Gospel Music, The Hoppers have traveled the world performing Christian Music and sharing God's matchless love. ☆ Claude          Connie ☆ ☆ Will                  Dean ☆ ☆ . . . Map (db m235232) HM
19 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Madison — Murphy Street
On West Murphy Street, 0.1 miles east of South Franklin St., on the right when traveling east.
Named in honor of ARCHIBALD DEBOW MURPHEY 1777-1832 "Father of North Carolina Public Schools" Graduate, Professor and Trustee of the State University Advocate of Public Schools and Internal Improvements Diligent Explorer of . . . Map (db m235235) HM
20 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Madison — J-121 — Robert Opie Lindsay1894 - 1952
On West Academy Street (U.S. 311) at Lindsey Bridge Road, on the right when traveling west on West Academy Street.
Fighter pilot. State's only WWI ace. Shot down 6 German planes, 1918. Born 1 mi. SW.Map (db m172165) HM
21 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Madison — Scales Law OfficeDuty, Courage & Daring
On W Academy Street (State Highway 704) at S Franklin Street, on the right when traveling east on W Academy Street.
Alfred M. Scales was born on November 26, 1827, in eastern Rockingham County. After attending Caldwell Institute in Greensboro and the University of North Carolina, he read law under Judge William H. Battle, then settled in Madison and opened his . . . Map (db m62981) HM
22 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Madison — J-90 — Slink Shoal Sluice
On U.S. 220, 0.5 miles north of NC Hwy 704, on the right when traveling south.
Dan River improvements built 1820s by Roanoke Navigation Co. include sluice & wing dams ¼ mi. E. Rebuilt, 1880s.Map (db m18831) HM
23 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Madison — J-14 — Stephen A. Douglas
On State Highway 704 at Smothers Road, on the left when traveling east on State Highway 704.
Presidential nominee, 1860, United States Senator from Illinois, was married to Martha Martin, 1847, in house standing 2 miles N.E.Map (db m62989) HM
24 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Madison — The Madison Town Clock1919 — A memorial to the men who served and died in World War 1 —
On South Dalton Street at East Murphy Street, on the right on South Dalton Street.
Jim Vaughn, The American Legion and local citizens contributed to the purchase of the clock. The purpose of the clock was to serve as a local war memorial for those who served in the Great War. The clock is a rare number two striking clock which . . . Map (db m172167) HM WM
25 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Madison — J-17 — Thomas Settle, Jr.1831-1888
On Settle Bridge Road at River Road, on the left when traveling north on Settle Bridge Road.
Justice N.C. Supreme Court, served in N.C. House & Senate. Confederate captain, minister to Peru. Home is 2 mi. W.Map (db m216978) HM
26 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Reidsville — J-45 — Alfred M. Scales1827-1892
On Barnes Street just east of U.S. 29, on the right when traveling north.
Governor, 1885-1889, Confederate general, state legislator, and Congressman. Birthplace stood 3½ mi. E. Map (db m132553) HM
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27 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Reidsville — Booker T. Washington High School1922 – 1951
On N Scales Street at Sprinkle Street, on the right when traveling south on N Scales Street.
      The school was built to serve African-American students of Reidsville, NC and Rockingham County. The graduates of this great institution have made contributions to society in a variety of vocations and professions.       The outstanding . . . Map (db m63051) HM
28 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Reidsville — J-13 — David S. Reid
On South Scales Street at Settle Street, on the right when traveling south on South Scales Street.
Governor, 1851-54, U.S. Senator, Congressman, member of peace conference, 1861, and of state conventions, 1861, 1875. Home stands 2 blocks E.Map (db m211442) HM
29 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Reidsville — First Baptist ChurchHistorical Marker
On Williams Street at South Scales Street, on the left when traveling west on Williams Street.
The First Baptist Church was established in 1874 and is the oldest African-American congregation in the city of Reidsville. The Gothic revival-style architectural building was located at 401 South Scales Street adjacent to this site. The building . . . Map (db m136323) HM
30 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Reidsville — J-94 — First Public School in N.C.
On Barnes Street at Holiday Loop Road, on the right when traveling north on Barnes Street.
First free school in the state, established under Common School Law of 1839, opened January 20 1840, in this vicinity.Map (db m211226) HM
31 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Reidsville — J-114 — Glenn T. Settle1894-1967
On North Carolina Route 65/87 at Wentworth Street, on the right when traveling north on State Route 65/87.
Founder of Wings Over Jordan Choir and Negro Hour radio show, 1937. He promoted traditional spiritual music & racial harmony. Born 2 mi. SW.Map (db m211227) HM
32 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Reidsville — Governor Reid Housec. 1881
On SE Market Street at Lawsonville Avenue, on the left when traveling south on SE Market Street.
. . . Map (db m63390) HM
33 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Reidsville — J-60 — High Rock Ford
On High Rock Road, 0.3 miles south of Kernodle Road, on the right when traveling south.
Gen. Nathanael Greene maintained headquarters here, Feb. 28-Mar. 12. 1781, before meeting Cornwallis at Guilford Courthouse. Ford is 100 feet west.Map (db m214866) HM
34 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Reidsville — J-59 — Lenox Castle
On North Carolina Route 150, 0.3 miles north of Somers Loop, on the left when traveling north.
Also called Rockingham Springs. Council of State met here, 1790. Owned by John Lenox, Archibald D. Murphey, & Thomas Ruffin. Famous health resort.Map (db m214867) HM
35 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Reidsville — Piedmont RailroadFlight of Jefferson Davis
On SE Market Street at Lawsonville Avenue, on the left when traveling south on SE Market Street.
The Piedmont Railroad, chartered in 1862, linked Danville, Virginia, with Greensboro, North Carolina. Work began on the road that autumn in Danville, but wartime labor and supply shortages impeded progress on the 48-mile-long line, which did not . . . Map (db m63046) HM
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36 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Reidsville — Saint Paul United Methodist Church1903 - 1972
On Williams Street at South Scales Street, on the left when traveling east on Williams Street.
Saint Paul Methodist Episcopal Church was organized in 1875 in a weatherboard building on Church Street near Holderby Street. Over the years, the building became dilapidated beyond repair. The new site was located on the corner of Williams and . . . Map (db m136324) HM
37 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Reidsville — J-8 — Speedwell Church
On Iron Works Road at Boyd Road, on the right when traveling east on Iron Works Road.
Presbyterian. Organized ca.1759. James McCready first regular minister, 1793. Present building erected about 1844.Map (db m181630) HM
38 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Reidsville — J-16 — Troublesome Iron Works
On U.S. 158 east of Monroeton Road, on the right when traveling west.
Used in the Revolution. Greene's army camped there after Battle of Guilford Courthouse,1781 Washington visited, 1791. Site is 1 ½ mile north.Map (db m214865) HM
39 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Ruffin — J-47 — O.P. Fitzgerald1829-1911
On Business U.S. 29, 0.1 miles south of Worsham Mill Road, on the right when traveling north.
Bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church South, 1890-1911: editor; author: education official in California. Born nearby.Map (db m211450) HM
40 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Wentworth — Wentworth and the WarConfederate Infantry Companies Form
On State Highway 65 at Tyre Dodson Road, on the right when traveling east on State Highway 65.
When the Civil War began in 1861, the courthouse village of Wentworth contained a few hundred people as well as county buildings, law offices, several stores, two churches, two hotels, a school, a Masonic Hall, a tavern, a carriage factory, and two . . . Map (db m63041) HM
41 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Wentworth — Wentworth Methodist ChurchThe Price of War
On State Highway 65 at Hearthstone Trail, on the right when traveling east on State Highway 65.
Wentworth Methodist Church was organized in 1836, and the present sanctuary was constructed in 1859. It contains a slave gallery and is the last antebellum Methodist church building in Rockingham County. It was listed on the National Register of . . . Map (db m63042) HM
42 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Wentworth — Wentworth Methodist Church
On State Highway 65 at Hearthstone Trail, on the right when traveling east on State Highway 65.
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Built 1859Map (db m63389) HM
43 North Carolina, Rockingham County, Wentworth — J-26 — Wright Tavern
On State Highway 65 east of Tye Dodson Road, on the left when traveling east.
Built in 1816. Rare example of dog-run building. Operated by Wrights and Reids. Birthplace and home of Congressman J. W. Reid.Map (db m210926) HM
 
 
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