Warrenton, North Carolina facts for kids
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Warrenton, North Carolina
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Location of Warrenton, North Carolina
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| Country | United States | |
| State | North Carolina | |
| County | Warren | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.09 sq mi (2.81 km2) | |
| • Land | 1.08 sq mi (2.81 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 384 ft (117 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 851 | |
| • Density | 784.33/sq mi (302.83/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
27589
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| Area code(s) | 252 | |
| FIPS code | 37-71100 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406832 | |
Warrenton is a town in North Carolina, United States. It is the main town, or "county seat," of Warren County. In 2020, about 851 people lived there. Warrenton was started way back in 1779. Today, you can reach it by U.S. Route 158 and U.S. Route 401.
From 1840 to 1860, Warrenton became one of the richest towns in North Carolina. This was because it was a busy trading spot for areas with lots of tobacco and cotton farms. The town has many old and beautiful buildings. More than 90% of its buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites.
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History of Warrenton
Warrenton was founded when Bute County was split into Warren and Franklin counties. The town was named after Dr. Joseph Warren. He was a brave soldier who fought and died at the Battle of Bunker Hill during the American Revolutionary War. Warrenton officially became a town in 1779.
That same year, a man named William Christmas planned out the town's streets and lots. He created one hundred half-acre lots, along with streets, public squares, and a common area for everyone to use.
Early Economy and Growth
The land around Warrenton was used for growing tobacco and cotton. Warrenton became an important center for trade and fun for the whole region. Many houses from the early and mid-1800s are still standing today.
Wealthy farmers started private schools for their children. One of the first was The Warrenton Male Academy, started in 1788. A girls' school was also founded by Jacob Mordecai. Later, in the late 1800s and early 1900s, more shops and government buildings were built.
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In the 1850s, Warrenton became a very busy place for business. A railroad was built to help move tobacco and cotton from the rich farms to markets. This made Warrenton the wealthiest town in North Carolina at that time. A famous builder named Jacob W. Holt lived here. He built many Greek Revival style houses in the area. His workshop even supplied building materials to builders far away.
From 1840 to 1860, Warrenton was very prosperous. Property owners built beautiful homes and business buildings. These old buildings are now a big part of the town's history. Important architects like Jacob W. Holt and Albert Gamaliel Jones designed these homes. They used styles like Federal, Greek Revival, and Italianate.
The Warrenton Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. It includes over 200 important buildings. Other specific buildings and places in Warrenton are also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Coleman-White House, Elgin, Liberia School, Reedy Rill, Shady Oaks, Sledge-Hayley House, Mansfield Thornton House, and John Watson House.
Population Changes
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 1,242 | — | |
| 1860 | 1,520 | 22.4% | |
| 1870 | 941 | −38.1% | |
| 1880 | 816 | −13.3% | |
| 1890 | 740 | −9.3% | |
| 1900 | 836 | 13.0% | |
| 1910 | 807 | −3.5% | |
| 1920 | 927 | 14.9% | |
| 1930 | 1,072 | 15.6% | |
| 1940 | 1,147 | 7.0% | |
| 1950 | 1,166 | 1.7% | |
| 1960 | 1,124 | −3.6% | |
| 1970 | 1,035 | −7.9% | |
| 1980 | 908 | −12.3% | |
| 1990 | 949 | 4.5% | |
| 2000 | 811 | −14.5% | |
| 2010 | 862 | 6.3% | |
| 2020 | 851 | −1.3% | |
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The population of Warrenton has changed over many years. In 1860, it had its highest population with 1,520 people. By 2020, the population was 851 people.
Notable People from Warrenton
Many interesting people have connections to Warrenton. Here are a few:
- Richard Alston – A former football player in the NFL and CFL.
- Josiah Bailey – A U.S. Senator from 1931 to 1946.
- Braxton Bragg – A high-ranking officer in the Confederate States Army.
- George Freeman Bragg – An African-American priest, writer, and social activist.
- Thomas Bragg – The 34th Governor of North Carolina from 1855 to 1859.
- Saxby Chambliss – A U.S. Senator representing Georgia from 2003 to 2015.
- David Henderson – A former NBA basketball player.
- Rick Hendrick – A well-known businessman and owner of a NASCAR racing team.
- Jacob W. Holt – A famous carpenter and builder from the 1800s.
- John Adams Hyman – The first African American to represent North Carolina in the U.S. House of Representatives.
- Randy Jordan – A former NFL player and current NFL coach.
- Nathaniel Macon – A former U.S. Senator and Speaker of the House.
- Corey Terry – A former professional football player in the NFL.
See also
In Spanish: Warrenton para niños
