Widely known as "The Prettiest Little Town in the South,"
Edenton, North Carolina has a rich history to go along with its picturesque
atmosphere.  Incorporated in 1722, Edenton is one of the South's oldest
towns and once served as the first capital of colonial North Carolina.  It is
located adjacent to the open waters of the beautiful and serene Albemarle
Sound, the largest body of fresh water in the United States after the Great
Lakes, and was a major port and trading center in the early 1800s

 This small but important town escaped major damage from the Civil War
and many of the homes, stores, and churches still survive from the early
18th Century. The oldest courthouse in North Carolina stands here as
the anchor of an exceptional historic district, which includes St. Paul's,
the earliest incorporated church in North Carolina. Numerous public
buildings and private homes in this quaint town appear on the
National Register of Historic Places.
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In addition to its historic buildings, Edenton's earliest residents
played significant roles in the making of history in North Carolina and the
United States.  Joseph Hewes (signer of the Declaration of Independence),
Hugh Williamson (signer of the U.S. Constitution), and James Iredell
(one of the original Supreme Court Justices appointed by George
Washington) all called Edenton home. Today, some of these and
other illustrious leaders' homes are often included on historic tours.
Edenton exists today as a testament to this rich historical
past but it has also evolved into an interesting and eventful
place to live during the 21st Century.

The tree lined business district hosts inviting shops
that cater to both residents and visitors. Tourism and
agriculture contribute significantly to the county's
economy. On a per capita basis, Edenton is the largest
boat building town in North Carolina.

Edenton offers a wide variety of community events ranging
from the Chowan County Fair in the fall to the annual
fireworks over Edenton Bay on the Fourth of July. This
community is the summer home of the Edenton Steamers,
from the Coastal Plains Baseball League. Throughout the
year many cultural events are sponsored by the
Chowan Arts Council.
Edenton's intriguing past and promising future provide anyone who visits a multitude of reasons to stay.
You can enjoy fishing, boating, hunting, and golf, all within easy reach of the charming downtown area.
Why not explore the past and begin creating your own future here in Edenton, North Carolina?
You can change your life by simply changing your address!

102 South Broad Street
Edenton, North Carolina 27932

(252) 482-4785
(800) 499-6396
Fax (252) 482-4448