Incorporation of Edenton as County Seat and De Facto Capital
- When
- 1722–1743
- Where
- Edenton, North Carolina
- Episodes
- 3
In 1722, Edenton was incorporated and designated as the county seat of Chowan County. It subsequently served as the capital of the Province of North Carolina, housing the governor's residence until the capital moved to Brunswick in 1743. Sources disagree on whether it was the first or second capital.
Episodes
- Incorporation of Edenton
Edenton was incorporated in 1722 and named in honor of Governor Charles Eden, who died that year.
- Designation as County Seat
Edenton was designated as the county seat of Chowan County in 1722, a role it has continued to hold.
- Service as Provincial Capital
Edenton served as the capital of the Province of North Carolina from 1722 to 1743, housing the governor's residence.
Background and detail
Incorporation and County Seat Designation. Edenton was established in 1720 and formally incorporated in 1722 in honor of Governor Charles Eden. The town was designated as the county seat of Chowan County in 1722, and sources state it has continued to be the county seat since that year.
Capital Status. Following its incorporation, Edenton served as the capital of the Province of North Carolina from 1722 to 1743. The governor established his residence there, though sources disagree on whether it was the first or second capital and note it lacked other governmental functions.
Sources
- Chowan County, North Carolina Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-16
- Edenton, North Carolina Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-20
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