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    1886 Roanoke River Lighthouse

    4.6 (8 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Allison L.

    The guided tour is worth the very small fee. The guide was knowledgeable and engaging. We had a great time learning the history of this lighthouse and it is well maintained. Seems to be iconic to the town of Edenton.

    5.20.2016
    Kristine D.

    Perfect. I would say this little lighthouse is the highlight and focal point of Edenton. It's the heart and main area of "downtown," which itself is very tiny. "It was first lit in 1867, was damaged and rebuilt in 1887, and decommissioned in 1941. After damage and a couple moves, a replica has been made and it has since been moved to its current location," which is this place. You can view Edenton Bay from the top of the lighthouse; you can also observe the living quarters, which still has some original furniture & artifacts. The area around it is perfect for a quick stroll, a nice picnic, and of course, a perfect view to propose, & be proposed to (happened to me, facing this very lighthouse, May of 2016. *sigh*) The place is open daily from 10am - 4pm and admission is $3.50 for adults, $1.75 for kids 3-12, and free for children 2 and under. This pretty little lighthouse is a must see and visit while in Edenton, North Carolina, and it will always hold a special place in my heart!

    James M.

    This is a decent example of a late 19th century screwpile lighthouse. It's located on the edenton, North Carolina waterfront anniversary picture of setting near some bald cypress swamps. You can walk around the outside but they charge for entrance.

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    Beautiful spot to stop and visit. Unfortunately, it was raining when we got to stop by. The area appeared to have some shops nearby also.

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    Edenton Bay Cruises

    Edenton Bay Cruises

    3.7(3 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    I have epilepsy. I have a service dog who is a seizure alert animal. She has been protecting me for…read more10 years . She is a small 15 pound Rat Terrier. We arrive at the dock and went to Captain Mark's boat.We told him 2 seniors and my service dog. He told me we would have to wait for any other people that showed up to see if they were alright with my service animal. I told him my dog was a service animal plus I even told him she was a seizure alert dog . I even showed him her tag which I carry on her carrier with her license number and picture. He could also scan it to see all my dog's information. I told him it was against the law what he was doing but he just told me he wasn't going to argue with me.He had it turned around, we should have been allowed on the boat and anyone who was not comfortable with it could choose not to go. He said we had to wait just in case someone was afraid of dogs or had allergies. After he made me feel so uncomfortable all I wanted to do is leave this little town Edenton NC and our beautiful day was destroyed. I would tell anyone thinking of going with this man that is so prejudiced against someone with a handicap to think twice. He's not someone you would want to spend any time around! I will be reporting Captain Mark for an ADA violation so hopefully other individuals with a disability won't have to encounter this like we did.

    We really loved this cruise! It was 45 minutes and gave a really funny, incredibly interesting,…read morepicture of the past and present of this historic town. Captain Mark really makes everything engaging and interactive. I will stay that my friend gets sea sick very easily, but she took some Dramamine in advance and had no problems at all.

    Historic 1767 Chowan County Courthouse - Historic Chowan County Courthouse, Edenton

    Historic 1767 Chowan County Courthouse

    4.5(2 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    The Chowan County Courthouse was completed in 1767 and is the oldest courthouse still in active use…read morein North Carolina. The courthouse's design is attributed either to John Hawks, architect of Tryon Palace in New Bern, or Gilbert Leigh, a local builder. It features a T-shaped layout with Flemish bond brickwork, a central courtroom, and a second-floor assembly room often referred to as a ballroom. The building has a two-stage wooden cupola with a weathervane atop the structure, reflecting classical British architectural influences. During the Revolutionary era, the courthouse was a hub of political and legal activity. Figures such as Joseph Hewes (a signer of the Declaration of Independence), James Iredell (later a U.S. Supreme Court Justice), and Samuel Johnston (Governor and U.S. Senator) practiced law and held meetings there. It is one of the most impressive buildings in Edenton and well worth a stop. [Review 838 of 2025 - 4268 in North Carolina - 24397 overall]

    Tons of history in this building! Very cool to stand on original stone floors that were imported…read morefrom Britain. It's still an active courtroom and we learned that the NC Supreme Court holds court here once in a while. You can walk around freely and sit in the judge's seat which was a cool experience. The guided tour with Lucas was fun and informative.

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    Barker House - Penelope Barker House, Edenton

    Barker House

    4.6(8 reviews)
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    The Barker House in Edenton, North Carolina, is a storied landmark that blends architectural…read moreelegance with deep historical resonance. Built in 1782 for Thomas and Penelope Barker, the home originally stood two blocks north of its current location and began as a modest Federal-style parlor wing and half hall. Penelope Barker is best known for organizing the Edenton Tea Party in 1774, a bold act of protest in which 51 women signed a petition against British taxation--making it one of the earliest political demonstrations by women in America. Unlike the Boston Tea Party, these women signed their names and sent the petition directly to King George III, drawing international attention and criticism from British newspapers. Since relocated (yes, they moved it two blocks), it now serves as Edenton's Welcome Center and the headquarters of the Edenton Historical Commission. Stop in for information about Edenton sights and history. I wasn't staying long here, but I was helped by friendly folks who clearly love their town. [Review 839 of 2025 - 4269 in North Carolina - 24398 overall]

    We were greeted by an excellent curator that provided us a very warm Welcome into the Barker House…read more The house is a beautiful step back in time with period antiques and a very nice gift shop. I purchased a Tea House cookbook and was amazed by the recipes along with beautiful historical notes of the area. You must stop in while visiting Edenton!

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