1767 Chowan County Courthouse


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1767 Chowan County Courthouse

117 East King Street

Edenton, NC 27932

 

Latitude: 36° 3' 28.08" N

Longitude: -76° 36' 29.1594" W

Email: linda.eure@ncdcr.gov

 

Business:(252) 482-2637

Description

This National Historic Landmark is one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in the South. Joseph Hewes, signer of the Declaration of Independence, was one of the commissioners appointed to raise money for its construction. Prominent revolutionary patriots, Judges James Iredell and Samuel Johnston heard cases here. The Courthouse is seen as part of the Historic Edenton tour, which begins at the nearby Visitor Center.

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  • Admission Charge $: Only for guided tours
  • Free Parking
  • Group Tour Site
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Location: Downtown
  • Season of Operation: all seasons
  • Tour - Guided

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