National Register of Historic Places listings in Pender County, North Carolina facts for kids
Welcome to Pender County, North Carolina! This page tells you about some really cool and important places here. These spots are so special that they're listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Think of it like a national "hall of fame" for buildings, battlefields, and other sites that have a big story to tell about America's past.
These places help us learn about history, from old houses to important battle sites. Each one has a unique story that makes Pender County special. Let's explore some of these amazing historic treasures!
Contents
- Historic Places in Pender County
- Gov. Samuel Ashe Grave
- Bannerman House
- Beatty-Corbett House
- Belvidere Plantation House
- Burgaw Depot
- Burgaw Historic District
- Cape Fear Civil War Shipwreck Discontiguous District
- Moores Creek National Battlefield
- Pender County Courthouse
- Penderlea Homesteads Historic District
- Poplar Grove
- Sloop Point
- US Naval Ordnance Testing Facility Assembly Building
- US Naval Ordnance Testing Facility Control Tower
- US Naval Ordnance Testing Facility Observation Tower No. 2
- Images for kids
Historic Places in Pender County
Pender County is home to many places that are important to history. These sites are protected so future generations can learn from them.
Gov. Samuel Ashe Grave
The grave of Governor Samuel Ashe is a historic site. He was an important leader in North Carolina's early days. His grave is located near Rocky Point. It reminds us of the people who helped shape the state.
- Location: Rocky Point
- Listed: October 12, 2001
Bannerman House
The Bannerman House is an old home near Burgaw. It shows us what homes looked like a long time ago. It's a great example of historic architecture in the area.
- Location: Burgaw
- Listed: May 31, 1974
Beatty-Corbett House
Another historic house, the Beatty-Corbett House, is found near Ivanhoe. This building helps us understand how people lived and built homes in the past.
- Location: Ivanhoe
- Listed: March 17, 1986
Belvidere Plantation House
The Belvidere Plantation House is a significant historical building near Hampstead. It represents a part of the region's history.
- Location: Hampstead
- Listed: June 14, 1982
Burgaw Depot
The Burgaw Depot was once a busy train station in Burgaw. Train depots were very important for travel and trade in the past. This building shows us what transportation was like.
- Location: Burgaw
- Listed: July 24, 1986
Burgaw Historic District
The Burgaw Historic District is not just one building, but a whole area in Burgaw. It includes many historic buildings that together tell the story of the town's development. Walking through this district is like stepping back in time.
- Location: Burgaw
- Listed: August 27, 1999
Cape Fear Civil War Shipwreck Discontiguous District
This district protects sites related to shipwrecks from the American Civil War near Topsail Beach. These underwater sites are like time capsules, holding clues about naval battles and life during the war.
- Location: Topsail Beach (address restricted for protection)
- Listed: December 23, 1985
Moores Creek National Battlefield
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Moores Creek National Battlefield is a very important historical site. It's where a major battle of the American Revolutionary War took place. This battle was fought in 1776, and it was a key victory for the American Patriots in North Carolina. The battlefield helps us remember the bravery and sacrifices made for freedom.
- Location: Wilmington
- Listed: October 15, 1966
Pender County Courthouse
The Pender County Courthouse in Burgaw is an important building for local government and history. Courthouses are often central to a town's life and have seen many important events over the years.
- Location: Burgaw
- Listed: May 10, 1979
Penderlea Homesteads Historic District
The Penderlea Homesteads Historic District near Willard is a unique place. It was part of a special government program during the Great Depression to help families. People lived and farmed here, creating a community.
- Location: Willard
- Listed: September 27, 2013
Poplar Grove
Poplar Grove is a historic plantation house near Scotts Hill. It has a long history and offers a look into the past of the region, including its agricultural heritage.
- Location: Scotts Hill
- Listed: July 16, 1979
Sloop Point
Sloop Point is a historic site near Vista. It's another example of the old homes and settlements that shaped Pender County.
- Location: Vista
- Listed: January 20, 1972
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This building in Topsail Beach was part of a secret naval testing facility. It was used to assemble rockets and other equipment. It's a cool reminder of the area's role in military history and space exploration.
- Location: Topsail Beach
- Listed: September 14, 1993
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Also in Topsail Beach, this control tower was used to oversee rocket launches and tests. It's a key part of the old naval facility.
- Location: Topsail Beach
- Listed: September 14, 1993
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This observation tower, located in Topsail Beach, was another important part of the naval testing site. From here, scientists and engineers could watch the rocket tests.
- Location: Topsail Beach
- Listed: September 14, 1993
Images for kids
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The historic bridge at Moores Creek National Battlefield.
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The historic Poplar Grove house.
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The Assembly Building at the former US Naval Ordnance Testing Facility.
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The Control Tower at the former US Naval Ordnance Testing Facility.
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Observation Tower No. 2 at the former US Naval Ordnance Testing Facility.
