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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.

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Vance County Tourism Department, Kerr Lake, Hender

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

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

Sleep Inn - Kerr Lake/Henderson

54 rooms, deluxe continental breakfast, elevator, microwave & refrigerator, internet service, within walking distance to restaurants. Shopping center and hospital nearby. Outside electric hookups for boats. Only minutes away from Historic downtown Henderson.Eight miles from Kerr Lake.

Henderson, NC Businesses

Ambassador Inn & Suites - Kerr Lake/ Henderson

156 rooms, exterior entrances, restaurant, bar, outdoor pool,laundry, meeting & banquet facilities. Outside electric hookups for boats. I-85, exit 215, 7 miles from Kerr Lake. Within walking distance to restaurants. (Formerly Travelodge.)

Henderson, NC Businesses

Things to do near Henderson, NC

The Penn House

Magnificent 12,500 square foot Colonial home located on 3&1/2 acres of beautifully landscaped lawn. Tours on request, call a...

Reynolds Coliseum

Built in the late 1940's, Reynolds was a showcase when opened, as was home to several early ACC tournaments. The $2.3 million...

Ramada Inn-Burlington

Located off I-85/40, Exit 143. A gold Key property for service and cleanliness. Restaurant and Lounge on property. Meeting a...

Lake Johnson

This lake features a 301-acre park with a paved greenway trail, picnic tables, grill areas and paddle and Jonboat rentals. N...

Sleep Inn & Suites- Spring Lake

Recently renovated to include 15 luxurious suites, Sleep Inn & Suites is located near Ft. Bragg and Pope AFB. The property fe...