CHOWAN COUNTY

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History

Chowan was formed in 1670 as a precinct in Albemarle County. It was named in honor of the Indian tribe Chowan, which lived in the northeastern part of the Colony. It is in the northeastern section of the State and is bounded by Albemarle Sound, Chowan River, and Bertie, Hertford, Gates and Perquimans counties. The present land area is 172.75 square miles and the 1990 population was 13,506. In 1720, Edenton, which was named in honor of Governor Charles Eden, was established. In 1722 it was designated and has continued to be the county seat.

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ADDRESS: 730 North Granville Street, Suite A, Edenton, NC 27932

TELEPHONE: (252)482-6585

FAX: (252)482-6590

DIRECTIONS:

From US Highway 17 bypass, turn south on highway 32. At the third traffic light, turn right onto Granville Street. The Chowan County Agriculture Center is the first building on the left. The graveled front parking lot entrance is on the left immediately after crossing over the small bridge.

Map of Edenton