DOWNTOWN
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Experience Goldsboro's historic downtown, as well as the abundant appeal of the
area. Our landmarks are reminders of the hard work and success of the
past. Many consider our town a living museum where history is preserved
amidst a variety of things to do and see, and our rural charm makes Wayne County
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ELMWOOD CEMETERY |
H.V. BROWN HALL |
In 1874, the City of Goldsboro purchased 2 1/3 acres of land from E.E.
Faircloth, W.R. Parker and J.E. Peterson for $200. The land was the former
burial plot of local plantation owner General James Rhodes and was to be used as
an African American cemetery.
Adjacent to Waynesborough Historical Village, Elmwood Cemetery is home to the
grave of Marine Pfc. Dan Bullock. Bullock is believed to be the youngest
serviceman killed in action during the Vietnam War.
www.ci.goldsboro.nc.us/pw_cemeteries.aspx
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In 1869, the Quakers offered to provide a free school for African American
children, if the parents could furnish a building. The land where the School
Street School is now located was purchased, and the school opened. In 1882,
Goldsboro Grade School assumed support of the school.
In 1956, the school celebrated 30 years of accreditation and two years later, a
national alumni association organization was chartered. The group, “Dillard/
Goldsboro Alumni and Friends, Incorporated,” attracts thousands of visitors each
year and has established a full service community facility and the H.V. Brown
Hall. The hall accommodates functions of 500 and is available as a venue for
banquets, receptions, and other gatherings. |
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HERMAN PARK |
HOTEL GOLDSBORO - WAYNESBOROUGH HOUSE |
Goldsboro’s oldest and most popular park is in the center of town on Park
Avenue. The park was donated to the City in 1890 by Solomon and Henry Weil in
memory of their brother, Herman. Herman Park’s facilities include 10 lighted
tennis courts, three picnic shelters, the historic park house and fountain, a
gazebo, a goldfish pond, a children’s playground, and a miniature train.
Visitors can enjoy a train ride on weekends from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m., April through
September. Herman Park is open year-round until 11:00 p.m. (919) 739-7480
www.goldsboroparksandrec.com
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Built in 1924, the Hotel Goldsboro was the fifth hotel constructed on this site.
The hotel, located at 104 N. Center Street, has historically held the focal
point of the Central Business District.
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GOLDSBORO UNION STATION |
WAYNE COUNTY COURTHOUSE |
Goldsboro’s unique Union Station, located at the end of Walnut Street on 101
North Carolina Street, was built in 1909 to accommodate the Atlantic Coast,
Norfolk and Southern, and the Southern Railway. The historic structure was
placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977, identifying its
importance in architectural history.
101 North Carolina Street
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Built in 1914, this landmark hosts a WWI memorial and a marker denoting the
execution of NC’s first surveyor, John Lawson, by local Indians. The
courthouse’s restoration and addition project won the Preservation North
Carolina Gertrude S. Carroway Award for Merit.
224 E. Walnut St., Goldsboro, NC 27530
www.waynegov.com
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WAYNE COUNTY MUSEUM |
WAYNESBOROUGH HISTORICAL VILLAGE |
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Training & Boarding Used in World War II as a USO,
the museum, located in the heart of downtown
Goldsboro, memorializes Wayne
County history with rotating exhibits, a permanent War Between the States
exhibit and a Wall of Fame honoring notable Wayne County natives. The museum
continually collects, preserves, studies, and exhibits objects illustrating the
history of man and nature in Wayne County.
116 N. William St., Goldsboro, NC
27530 | (919) 734-5023
www.waynecountyhistoricalnc.org
Tours for groups and
students by appointment.
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This recreated village borders the Neuse River and the Little River.
Step back into time and wander through the 11 structures that comprise
the park
and date back to the 1800’s. Waynesborough Village has over 150 acres to enjoy
with over five miles of walking trails, boat launches, camping, and fishing
sites. Facilities are available to accommodate weddings, receptions, business
meetings, picnics, and family reunions.ountyhistoricalnc.org
- Guided tours with advance registration
- Motor Coach Parking
- Picnic area & Restrooms
- Primitive Camping
- Pets allowed outside only with leash; Assistive pets permitted in building
801 S. US 117, Goldsboro, NC 27530 | (919) 731-1653
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WILLOWDALE CEMETERY |
TEMPLE OHEB SHALOM |
Designed in 1853 by Colonel Charles Nelson, this historically significant
cemetery features an 1883 Confederate Monument underneath, which lies the mass
grave of 800 Confederate soldiers. Among the historic graves, are the gravesites
of Texas soldier Jarad K. White, former North Carolina Governor Curtis Brogden,
and first Secretary of the Army General Kenneth Claiborne Royall. The Willow
Dale’s Jewish section hosts women’s rights activist and founder of the NC League
of Women Voters, Gertrude Weil.
306 E. Elm St., Goldsboro, NC 27530 | (919) 750-2203 |
Temple Oheb Shalom was built in 1886 and was only the second Jewish house of
worship in North Carolina. Local builder Milton Harding designed the twostory
red brick synagogue in a Romanesque Revival style that remains virtually
unchanged today.
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