Community Resources
A community enriched and inspired by its history stays in step with its future.
Education
Edenton-Chowan Schools
The local system serves 2,500 Chowan County students, and is proud to have the
highest percentage of National Board Certified Teachers in the State, including North Carolina’s 2007 Teacher
of the Year.
website: http://ecps.schoolfusion.us/
Lawrence Academy
Lawrence Academy seeks to provide a unique learning community - one committed to
providing an outstanding environment and shaping a bright future for every student.
website: lawrenceacademy.org
College Of The Albemarle
COA serves the Albemarle area with locations in Edenton and throughout
northeastern North Carolina. The college is dedicated to meeting the lifelong learning needs of all citizens
and providing accessible education, training, and retraining for better jobs and lives.
website: albemarle.cc.nc.us
Health Care
Chowan Hospital
Chowan Hospital’s modern facility provides services and programs to
110,000 people in 7 counties. The partnership with Vidant/University Health Systems of Eastern Carolina gives
our patient access to state-of-the-art services provided by East Carolina University, a top-notch academic
medical center. Chowan Hospital has 111 beds and 55 practicing doctors.
website: https://www.vidanthealth.com/CHOWAN/
Cultural Arts
Chowan Arts Council
Located at the base of Broad Street near the waterfront, the Chowan Arts
Council Gallery and Gallery Shop feature local artists of all mediums. Exhibits are rotated frequently, and
residents are treated to a delightful variety of programs.
website: www.chowanarts.com
Shopping
Galleries, gift shops, book stores, and boutiques line Edenton’s Broad Street. A number of other interesting retail outlets are located in close proximity to the main retail district.
Two shopping centers on the downtown’s outer edges host a variety of stores, including our two main grocers.
Worship
Thirty-six churches grace the town and countryside of Edenton. Five churches within the city limits have undergone major expansions in recent years.
Statistics
Population: Chowan County 14,515
Total Area: 233.35 square miles
Land Area: 172.75 square miles
Real Estate Tax(town) as of 1/1/08: $0.29/$100 of valuation
Real Estate Tax(county) as of 1/1/08: $0.61/$100 of valuation
Climate: Average is 60.9° F
January average is 42.3°,
June average is 75.3°
Rainfall: Average is 47.9 inches
Snowfall: Average is 4.6 inches
Elevation: 19 feet
Tourism
Discover the rich history and architectural diversity of Edenton during a comprehensive 45 minute trolley tour through the historic district. An experienced guide will introduce you to the people and events that shaped the town as you travel past the beautiful and varied architecture. For further information on the town of Edenton, please explore www.visitedenton.com