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

A map showing Wilkes County in North Carolina.

Have you ever wondered about the oldest and most important buildings and places in your area? In the United States, there's a special list called the National Register of Historic Places. This list helps protect buildings, sites, and objects that are important to American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture.

Wilkes County, North Carolina is home to many amazing places that are on this list! These historic spots tell us stories about the past, from old homes and businesses to important districts where history happened. Let's explore some of these cool places that have been saved for future generations to enjoy.

Historic Places in Wilkes County

Wilkes County has many buildings and areas that are recognized for their historical importance. Here are some of the special places you can find here:

Historic Homes and Buildings

• Brown-Cowles House and Cowles Law Office
  • Located in Wilkesboro, these two buildings were added to the list in 1982. They are important examples of old architecture and history in the town.

• Claymont Hill

Claymont Hill, a historic site in Ronda.

• • This historic site near Ronda joined the list in 1985. It's a significant part of the area's heritage.

• Robert Cleveland Log House
  • First listed in 1972, this old log house was moved in 1986 to the Wilkes Heritage Museum in Wilkesboro. It's a great example of early homes in the region.

• Elkin Creek Mill
  • Found in West Elkin, this historic mill was added to the list in 1982. Mills like this were once very important for local communities.

• Federal Building

The historic Federal Building in Wilkesboro.

• • This building in Wilkesboro became a historic place in 1982. It served as an important government building for many years.

• J. T. Ferguson Store

The J. T. Ferguson Store in Wilkesboro.

• • Located in Wilkesboro, this old store was added to the list in 1982. It shows what local businesses were like a long time ago.

• Thomas B. Finley House
  • This house in North Wilkesboro was recognized in 2008. It's a notable historic home in the area.

• Thomas B. Finley Law Office
  • Also in Wilkesboro, this law office was listed in 1982. It's connected to important legal history in the county.

• J. L. Hemphill House
  • This house in Wilkesboro was added to the list in 1982. It's another example of the historic homes in the town.

• Holbrook Farm

Holbrook Farm near Traphill.

• • Located west of Traphill, this farm was recognized in 1978. It represents the agricultural history of Wilkes County.

• Benjamin Hubbard House
  • This house near Moravian Falls joined the list in 2009. It's an important part of the local history.

• Johnson-Hubbard House

The Johnson-Hubbard House in Wilkesboro.

• • In Wilkesboro, this house was listed in 1982. It's another historic home that tells a story about the past.

• Old Wilkes County Jail

The Old Wilkes County Jail in Wilkesboro.

• • This historic jail in Wilkesboro was added to the list in 1971. It's a fascinating look into how justice was handled long ago.

• Southern Railway Depot

The Southern Railway Depot in North Wilkesboro.

• • Located in North Wilkesboro, this old train station was listed in 2004. Train depots were once very busy places, connecting towns and people.

• St. Paul's Episcopal Church and Cemetery
  • This church and its cemetery in Wilkesboro were recognized in 1982. Churches often play a big role in a community's history.

• Wilkes County Courthouse

The historic Wilkes County Courthouse.

• • This courthouse in Wilkesboro was listed in 1979 and is now the Wilkes County Heritage Museum. Courthouses are central to a county's government and history.

• Wilkes Hosiery Mills
  • In North Wilkesboro, this mill was added to the list in 2008. Textile mills were once a major industry in North Carolina.

• Wilkesboro Presbyterian Church

The Wilkesboro Presbyterian Church.

• • This church in Wilkesboro was listed in 1982. It's another important religious building with a long history.

• Wilkesboro-Smithey Hotel

The Wilkesboro-Smithey Hotel.

• • This historic hotel in Wilkesboro was recognized in 1982. Hotels like this were once bustling places for travelers and community events.

Historic Districts

• Downtown Main Street Historic District

Downtown Main Street Historic District in North Wilkesboro.

• • This district in North Wilkesboro was added to the list in 2003. It includes many important buildings that make up the heart of the town's history.

• Downtown Wilkesboro Historic District

Part of the Downtown Wilkesboro Historic District.

• • Recognized in 2009, this district covers a significant part of downtown Wilkesboro. It helps preserve the historic feel and buildings of the town.

• Traphill Historic District
  • This district in Traphill was listed in 1980. It helps protect the historic character of the community.

Former Listing

Sometimes, a place that was once on the National Register of Historic Places might be removed from the list. This usually happens if the building is destroyed or changed so much that it loses its historic importance.

• Montfort Stokes House
  • This house near Wilkesboro was listed in 1972. Sadly, it was later destroyed by fire and is no longer on the list.