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Providence Burial Ground
Burial ground of prominent African-American, free blacks and military people from late 18th century and 19th century. Notables buried there include: Thomas Barnswell, free black and noted builder; Molly Horniblow, grandmother of Harriet Jacobs;
Edenton, NC CemeteriesEdenton National Fish Hatchery
Walking trails and ponds in back accessible for visitors. An addition of an educational facility has been built where conferences for up to 40
Edenton, NC Nature CentersChowan Golf and Country Club
Championship (6352 yards, 69.4 rating, 124 slope); Middle (5873 yards, 63.7 rating, 119 slope); Forward (4996 yards, 63.7 rating, 108 slope); 18 holes, par 72; rstrnt./lounge, range, putt. green, chip. green, pro shop; Open year-round;252/482-3606, Fax: 252/482-4540.
Edenton, NC Country Clubs
The Barker House
Come and Rock on the Porch! The Barker House, 1782, was home of Thomas and Penelope Barker. Penelope presided over the famous Edenton Tea Party, 1774. Enjoy our bookshop, featuring books on the historical, cultural and economic importance of North Carolina. Open to visitors Mon - Sat 10 am - 4
Edenton, NC Other AttractionsPembroke Fishing Center
The Pembroke Fishing Center located at 802 W Queen Street in Edenton hosts fishing tournaments, fishing guide service, small boat rentals, fishing off bank and also serves lunch and breakfast daily. Hours: Mon - Thurs 6 am - 7 pm, Fri 6 am - 8 pm, Sat & Sun 5:30 am - 5:30 pm.
Nixon Family Restaurant
Full Line of seafood, oyster bar, daily buffet, family atmosphere
Edenton, NC Businesses
Historic Edenton State Historic Site
Visitor Center, located at 108 North Broad Street provides 14 - minute audiovisual program, exhibits, gift shop, visitor information/orientation. Guided tours of five properties: 1736 St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1758 Cupola House (National Historic Landmark), circa 1782 Barker House, 1767
Edenton, NC Historic SitesChowan Arts Council
The Chowan Arts Council provides a forum for arts and cultural events and supports a thriving artistic community."A Century of Chowan Through Photographs" is a permanent exhibit depicting life in Chowan County from 1850 to 1954
Edenton, NC Arts