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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; Jonathon Overton, Private of Continental Line of Captain Jones Company, 10th regiment. Today, see 26 contemporary markers noting many local names, numerous round brick vaults, and impressions of many other graves in an attractively landscaped location.

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Edenton 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 Centers

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 Cemeteries

Captain's Quarters Inn

Comfortable, elegant inn c.1907

Edenton, NC Businesses



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