Record #:

44360

Author(s):

Griffin, Deborah

Abstract:

Already a practicing attorney in 1831 at the age of 20, Asa Biggs and wife Martha had 10 children of the span of 22 years, and according legend room was added on to their house each time with the birth of a child. His ranking position as a Confederate States Judge forced Biggs and his family to flee their home in 1862 with the approach of the Federal Army on Williamston. In the late 1970s, the Martin County Historical Society purchased the home from the Fowden family. Besides honoring Asa Biggs, the house also is home to the Francis M. Manning History and Research Library.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 17 Issue 1, January 2025, p39-41, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Biggs, Asa, 1811-1878; Biggs--Asa Biggs House; Manning--Francis M. Manning History and Research Library

Record #:

44364

Author(s):

Heller, Nichole

Abstract:

The museum includes a historic park and galleries contained within the ca. 1848 Kelly-Farrior House .property. George and Ila Cowan founded the museum in 1981. The Museum will host a public event on March 22, 2025 entitled "Climate Extravaganza". Funding for the museum comes from Duplin County Government, North Carolina Natural and Cultural Resources grants and the American Rescue Plan Act.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 17 Issue 1, January 2025, p14-17, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Cowan Museum of History and Science (Kenansville); Duplin County--Museums; Museums--Kenansville

Record #:

44362

Author(s):

White, Thadd

Abstract:

Taking place on February 27, 1776, the battle along Moore's Creek involved 1,66 Loyalists and 1,000 Patriots. The battlefield has been a federal site since 1926, becoming part of the National Park Service in 1933. Col. Richard Caswell led the Patriots and achieved victory, compromising Moore's Creek Bridge and successfully routing Loyalist forces as they attempted to cross.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 17 Issue 1, January 2025, p48-51, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Moores Creek National Battlefield

Record #:

44366

Author(s):

White, Thadd

Abstract:

An important historical document in the history of the American Revolution Halifax Resolves was adopted in the town of Halifax on April 12, just months before the Declaration of Independence. Buildings of historical note in Halifax include the Eagle Tavern, the Sally-Billy House, the 1760 Owens House and the Burgess law office.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 17 Issue 1, January 2025, p54-57, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Halifax--Buildings, structures, etc.; Historic Halifax State Historic Site

Record #:

44363

Author(s):

Fueston, Vernon

Abstract:

Dating to 1758, the Cupola house was built by Francis Corbin, the king's business representative in North Carolina. In the early 20th century, the last resident sold the home's magnificent woodwork to the Brooklyn Museum in New York City. A foundation was created soon thereafter to protect and restore the home. Recently, the Brooklyn Museum has made the decision to return Cupola's original woodwork.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 17 Issue 1, January 2025, p20-23, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Cupola House (Edenton)

Record #:

44365

Author(s):

Mewborn, Beyonca

Abstract:

Sycamore Hill Gateway Plaza at Greenville Town Common is the first of six stops on the Pitt County African American Cultural Trail. Other stops on the trail include the Emerald Loop Town Common Shelter, C.M. Eppes high School site and "The Block" along Albemarle Ave.,

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 17 Issue 1, January 2025, p26-31, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

African American history--Greenville; African American Cultural Trail

Record #:

44361

Author(s):

Wetherington, Todd

Abstract:

Originally built between 1767 and 1770, Tryon Palace served as the official governor's residence of North Carolina until the state's capitol was moved to Raleigh in 1794. The mansion burned in 1798 but was rebuilt in the mid-20th century and reopened to the public in 1959.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 17 Issue 1, January 2025, p42-45, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Tryon Palace (New Bern)

Record #:

44359

Author(s):

Davis, Sarah

Abstract:

The Murfreesboro Historic District comprises fourteen maintained and endowed sites within a twelve block area. Architecture in the district has a distinct New England influence. Among the sites is Hertford Academy, from which Chowan University was established and the William Rhea Museum, which is the oldest commercial brick building in North Carolina.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 17 Issue 1, January 2025, p32-35, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Murfreesboro Historic District