National Register of Historic Places listings in Duplin County, North Carolina facts for kids

A map showing Duplin County in North Carolina.

This article is about special places in Duplin County, North Carolina that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This register is like a national list of important historical buildings, sites, and districts. These places are recognized because they tell us a lot about the past. You can find a map of all these locations by clicking the "Map of all coordinates" link on the original page.

Protecting History in Duplin County

Duplin County has many places that are important to its history. These sites are officially recognized to help protect them for future generations. When a place is on the National Register, it means it has a special story to tell about America's past.

What is the National Register of Historic Places?

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the nation's historic places worthy of preservation. It is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America's historic and archaeological resources. Being listed helps people understand and appreciate the history of their communities.

Why are these places important?

These historic places are like time capsules. They show us how people lived, worked, and built things many years ago. By protecting them, we make sure that their stories are not forgotten. They help us learn about different times and events in history, from old homes to important community buildings.

Historic Homes and Buildings

Many of the places on the list are old homes or buildings that show us how people lived in the past.

• The Joshua James Blanchard House in Warsaw was added to the list in 2012. It is an important example of a historic home in the area.
• The W. Stokes Boney House in Wallace was listed in 1999. It represents the architecture and lifestyle of its time.
• The Carter-Simmons House in Albertson joined the list in 2015.
• The William Wright Faison House near Bowdens was recognized in 2004.
• The Bryan Whitfield Herring Farm near Calypso became a historic site in 2001. It shows what farming life was like.
• The Needham Whitfield Herring House in Kenansville was added in 1994.
• The Buckner Hill House near Faison has been on the list since 1975.
• The John Wesley Mallard House near Faison was listed in 2004.
• The Isaac M. Powers House near Wallace was added in 1999.
• Waterloo near Albertson is another historic home, listed in 1975.

Important Historic Districts

Sometimes, a whole area or group of buildings is important. These are called historic districts.

• The Faison Historic District in Faison was listed in 1997. It includes many buildings that show the history of the town.
• The Kenansville Historic District in Kenansville was recognized in 1975. It covers the downtown area.
• The Wallace Commercial Historic District in Wallace was added in 1995. This area shows the history of businesses in Wallace.
• The Warsaw Historic District in Warsaw was listed in 1996. It includes many important buildings in the town.

Other Special Places

Not all historic places are homes or commercial areas. Some are farms, schools, or even cemeteries.

• The Roger Dickson Farm near Magnolia was listed in 1988. It tells us about the agricultural history of the county.
• The Faison Cemetery in Faison became a historic site in 2006. Cemeteries can be important because they show burial customs and the history of a community.
• The B. F. Grady School near Kornegay was listed in 1994. Sadly, this school was destroyed in 1996. Even if a building is gone, its history can still be recognized.
• The Hebron Presbyterian Church near Pink Hill was added in 1995. Churches often play a big role in a community's history.
• The Loftin Farm near Beautancus was listed in 2001, showing another important farm in the county.