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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-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

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

Vance-Granville Civic Center, Henderson

A 9,480 square.ft. multipurpose facility located on the campus of Vance-Granville Community College. Rented to accommodate weddings, parties, family reunions, meetings, retreats, conventions, receptions, performances and sports expo'

Henderson, NC Other Attractions

Holiday Inn Express - Kerr Lake/Henderson

69 rooms, 2 suites,interior entrances,elevator,deluxe continental breakfast, exercise room, small meeting room and outside electrical hookups for boats. Within walking distance toshopping center and restaurants. Only minutes away from Historic downtown Henderson.I-85, exit 212, 8

Henderson, NC Businesses

Things to do near Henderson, NC

JH Adams Inn

1108 North Main Street (336) 882-3267. Come celebrate the history and heritage of High Point, NC at the JH Adams Inn, listed...

Gate City Chop House

An upscale steakhouse specializing in certified angus beef, ocean fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and pork entrees. Patio dining a...

The Dwelling Place Bed & Breakfast

The Dwelling Place Bed and Breakfast has been providing the comforts of home since it was built in the 1930s. Each room is d...

Pete's Grill

Established restaurant serving southern home style cooking for over 50 years. Famous for homeade biscuits, cornbread, griddle...