Historic Hope

09/06/2026

What an incredible turnout at the Family History & Genealogy Fair! We’re so grateful to each attendee who joined us to learn, connect, and celebrate family history.

A special thank‑you to our guest speakers for bringing such valuable knowledge and engaging presentations. You helped make this event meaningful for everyone who attended.

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09/02/2026

Historic Hope will be closed on Monday for Labor Day.

Don’t forget — tomorrow (9/3) is the final day to register for our upcoming Annual Family History & Genealogy Fair happening this Saturday, 9/5.

We have an exciting program planned, and we’d love to see you there. Register at https://www.historichope.org.

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08/24/2026

We hope that you will be able to join Bob Bowling and Angies Collins at our Family History and Genealogy Fair on Saturday, September 5th. Bob will be speaking on the Cashie Neck and Angie on black families from Bertie County who emigrated to Liberia in the mid 19th century.

Registration begins at 9:30 am and the program begins at 10:00. Lunch will be served around noon and the program will continue after lunch until approximately 2 pm.

You can register at our website - www.historichope.org --- Book Now.

Located near Windsor, NC, the complex offers unique insights into the late 18th- and 19th-century rural life in eastern NC. Available for special events and weddings.

07/30/2026

Look at this stunning photo of the Hope Mansion.

Hope Plantation House (1803) after a Summer Thunderstorms, Bertie County, NC

Former Home of NC Governor David Stone...Open to the Public

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from Historic Hope Foundation!
Stay safe, celebrate well, and enjoy the holiday.

06/22/2026

Unveiled on Sunday at St. Elmo Baptist Church in Windsor, near his grave — a touching moment of remembrance and honor.

06/18/2026

06/15/2026

We wanted to share this upcoming event being offered by the Shepard-Pruden Memorial Library

06/01/2026

🌞 June Has Arrived on the Historic Albemarle Highway! 🚗🌿

Summer is rolling in, and there’s no better time to explore the rich history, scenic waterways, charming towns, and unique attractions that make the Albemarle region so special.

From the Inner Banks to the Outer Banks, June is filled with opportunities to discover historic sites, local museums, waterfront communities, cultural treasures, and unforgettable stories waiting around every corner.

📅 Be sure to check out our Events Calendar for festivals, tours, special programs, community gatherings, and seasonal celebrations happening throughout the region.

🏛️ Explore our featured sites
🌊 Discover hidden gems along the waterways
📸 Plan a weekend adventure
🚘 Travel through centuries of North Carolina history

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a lifelong local, June is the perfect month to experience the Historic Albemarle Highway.

Visit our website to explore sites, events, and destinations throughout the region.



Explore Martin County
Visit Elizabeth City, NC
Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum
Town of Manteo
Camden County, NC
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site & Museum
Museum of the Albemarle
Frisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center
Historic Hope
Washington County NC Historical Society / Port o' Plymouth Museum
Visit Edenton, NC
Aurora Fossil Museum
Historic Jarvisburg Colored School
Somerset Place State Historic Site
Dismal Swamp Welcome Center
Town of Tarboro
The Northern Outer Banks
Historic Halifax
Visit Washington, NC
Eastern 4-H Center and Summer Camp
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