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On August 14, 1920, this structure opened for busi

On August 14, 1920, this structure opened for business as the Albemarle Bank, the first African American-owned bank in northeastern North Carolina. Building off a long tradition of mutual aid within African American communities, African American-owned banks provided their clientele with savings and loans opportunities along with respectful customer service. These goods and services were especially important during the era when Black people in the United States endured segregation and other forms of legal discrimination. By 1924, North Carolina was home to ten African American-owned banks.

Pumpkin Patch Days are back at Island Farm next mo

Pumpkin Patch Days are back at Island Farm next month! 🧡 Who's ready for fall?

With the Pasquotank River on one side and lively s

With the Pasquotank River on one side and lively shops and restaurants on the other, Elizabeth City welcomes visitors — who arrive via car *and* boat — with a smile.⁠
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Welcome to the Harbor of Hospitality!

📸: @ourstatemag

Can you imagine anything more peaceful than an eve

Can you imagine anything more peaceful than an evening stroll along the Pasquotank River?

Another gorgeous day on Edenton Bay! Can you belie

Another gorgeous day on Edenton Bay! Can you believe it's almost time for fall?

POV: you wake up in Manteo. Where's your first sto

POV: you wake up in Manteo. Where's your first stop?

📸: @theouterbanksnc

Happy September! Who's ready for fall?? 🥳 Mak

Happy September! Who's ready for fall?? 🥳

Make sure to soak up these beautiful Edenton sunsets while it's warm!

Captain Richard Etheridge and the Pea Island Surfm

Captain Richard Etheridge and the Pea Island Surfmen circa 1890. Manteo, NC is rich with Black history. Have you visited yet?

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