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From its establishment in 1887 by the Freedmen's Mission Board of the United Presbyterian Church through the beginnings of school integration in 1970, the Henderson Institute was the only secondary school open to African Americans in Vance County. This building is all that remains of an educational complex that once anchored the surrounding African Americanneighborhood. The museum has preserved recordings of theschools and offers permanent exhibits. Open to the public by appointment. Only minutes from the Historic District of Henderson's downtown area. 252-438-7392.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Henderson Convention Center - Kerr Lake

A multipurpose facility leased to accommodate weddings, parties, family reunions, meetings, retreats, conventions,receptions, performances and sports expo'

Henderson, NC Businesses

Henderson-Vance Downtown Development Commission

The Downtown Development Commission works to preserve, develop and promote downtown Henderson. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, the DDC is funded by annual contributions from local City and County governments. The DDC sponsors numerous downtown events such as the St. Patrick'

Henderson, NC Businesses


Days Inn - Kerr Lake/Henderson

Restaurant, pool, playground, 130 rooms, outside electrichookup for boats, Mexican restaurant adjacent.Eight miles from Kerr Lake. I-85, exit 212.

Henderson, NC Businesses

Henderson-Vance Recreation Dept.

Office located at 300 S. Garnett St.(Henry A. Dennis Building), in downtown Henderson.Competition softball fields available for tournaments.

Henderson, NC Other Attractions

Things to do near Henderson, NC

Pho Hien Vuong Vietnamese Restaurant

Vietnamese and Thai cuisine. Open Monday-Sunday for lunch and dinner. ...

Sutton's Drug Store

A small counter and a few booths in an old drugstore, but Sutton's offers an impressive selection of hometown menu specialtie...

Tobacco Road Golf Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 14 days...