Edenton History
During much of the Colonial period, North Carolina was without a fixed
capital. Governors lived in their own homes, and legislatures moved from
place to place, first meeting in private homes, then in courthouses when
available. In 1722 the Assembly fixed Edenton as the capital, but years
passed before modest facilities were provided.
After Edenton was selected as the colonial capital of North Carolina,
it soon became the cultural and economic capital as well. Hundreds of
ships made the town a regular port of call, offloading food, goods, and
slaves and shipping the prolific agricultural products of the region to
European ports. The result was a thriving plantation economy that brought
life to northeastern North Carolina. Today, visitors can revisit Edenton's
colonial past with tours through a beautiful historic district that some
say surpass Williamsburg, Virgina because the homes and buildings of
Edenton are not reconstructed, but are the restored originals. Over 25
homes and public buildings comprise the North Carolina State Historic
Site, and many special events and seasonal tours bring sparkle to the
town. The surrounding countryside boasts many plantations that once
provided the economic backbone of the area.
We encourage you to visit the following links of interest related to this site:
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Wind: from the SW (220 degrees) at 5 MPH (4 KT)
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