Fort Hill at Waverly
Constructed and defended by both United States Colored Troop (USCT) and white regiments, Fort Hill protected the Nashville and Northwestern Railroad...
St. John's Church
St. John's Church is where Virginia delegates met to discuss their actions with the growing state of war that was occurring with Britain. It was here...
Matt Gardner Homestead Museum
Born enslaved in 1847, Matt Gardner gained his freedom during the Civil War and, like few Black landowners, rose to prominence as a farmer and leader...
George Armstrong Custer Equestrian Monument
This statue is meant to commemorate General George Custer, who grew up in Monroe and would go on to become famous as a daring young cavalryman in the...
Greenwood Cemetery
Established in 1860, Greenwood Cemetery is the second oldest public cemetery and the first city-owned African American cemetery in New Bern, North...
Peter Jacob Carter
Born enslaved on 29 May 1845 near Eastville, Northampton County, Peter Jacob Carter served in the 10th United States Colored Troops during the Civil...