Vance County, North Carolina
Ashburn Hall
Ashland
Barker House
Belvidere
Burnside Plantation House
Capehart, Thomas, House
Crudup, Josiah, House
Henderson Central Business Historic District
Henderson Fire Station and Municipal Building
LaGrange
Library and Laboratory Building-Henderson Institute
Machpelah
Mistletoe Villa
Morgan, Thomas A., Farm
Parham, Maria, Hospital
Pleasant Hill/Hawkins House
Pool Rock Plantation
St. James Episcopal Church and Rectory
St. John's Episcopal Church
Vance County Courthouse
West End School
Zollicoffer's Law Office
Bingham School
Confederate Cemetery
Corbitt Company
Harriet-Henderson Strike
James Turner
John Lederer
Kittrell College
Kittrell Confederate Cemetery
KittrellÂ’s Springs
Leonard Henderson
Mary L. Wyche
Nutbush Address
Richard Henderson
St. John's Episcopal Church
The Glass House
William Hawkins
Williamsborough
"Tiny" Broadwick
During the Civil War, Vance County was deeply affected by the conflict. Many men from the region enlisted in the Confederate Army, fighting for the Southern cause. The county was also impacted by General Sherman's March to the Sea, with Union troops passing through the area and causing damage to property and infrastructure. After the war, Vance County experienced a period of reconstruction and recovery.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Vance County saw economic growth and development. The arrival of the railroad brought new opportunities for trade and commerce, and several industries were established, including tobacco manufacturing and textile mills. Agriculture also played a significant role in the county's economy, with cotton and tobacco being major cash crops.
Over the years, Vance County has seen periods of both growth and challenges. The Great Depression of the 1930s hit the county hard, leading to widespread unemployment and economic struggles. However, the county rebounded in the following decades, experiencing growth in education, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors. Today, Vance County continues to evolve and adapt to changing economic and social trends while preserving its historical heritage.
Brief timeline of the history of Vance County, North Carolina:
- 1880 - Vance County is officially established.
- Late 1800s - The county experiences rapid growth in agriculture, primarily in tobacco and cotton production.
- Early 1900s - The county starts to modernize with the introduction of electricity and improved transportation infrastructure.
- 1910s - The county sees significant economic growth due to the establishment of textile mills.
- 1930s - Vance County is heavily impacted by the Great Depression, leading to high unemployment rates.
- 1940s - The county experiences a period of recovery and growth after World War II.
- 1960s - Schools in Vance County begin desegregation after the Civil Rights Movement.
- 1980s - A decline in the textile industry causes economic challenges for the county.
- 1990s - Vance County focuses on revitalization efforts, including downtown redevelopment and attracting new industries.
- 2010s - The county continues to strive for economic growth and improvement in education and healthcare.
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Vance County, North Carolina.