Underground Railroad Dedication Ceremony

On Monday June 11, the National Park Service unveiled the markers for the Elizabeth City National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Sites. The markers recognize the Pasquotank River and the Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) Great Dismal Swamp Boardwalk Project as an official part of the Underground Railroad. This event had a great turn out. As we counted, there were about 77 people in attendance.

Between June 12-16, the public can learn more about the Underground Railroad through two displays exhibited at the Museum of the Albemarle in Elizabeth City. On loan from the NPS, a “Network to Freedom” display interprets the history, people and terms of the Underground Railroad. Developed by ECSU, a “Math of the Great Dismal Swamp” display focuses on the terrain and water quality of the Great Dismal Swamp. NASA’s Earth Science Education Office/The MUSPIN Office of Goddard Flight Center and ECSU funded this display. Located at 501 S. Water Street, the Museum of the Albemarle is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. The museum will be closed on Sunday, June 17. Admission is free. For additional information, contact the Elizabeth City Area Convention & Visitors Bureau at (252) 335-5330 or go to http://www.discoverec.org/. Photo Credit: Waterfront Pavilion & Tents Photo and UGRR Markers Photo by Jessica Faulkingham.

If anyone would like to see a clip of Barbara Tagger, Southeast Region Program Manager for the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom and an NPS historian, giving part of her speech from the Dedication Ceremony then click play:


Video Credit: Barbara Tagger's Speech by Jessica Faulkingham

Truck & Tractor Pull 2007

Here is a taste from this years truck & tractor pull, from June 2nd:


Video Credit: 2007 Truck & Tractor Pull by Jessica Faulkingham

2nd Annual Carolina Cup Regatta

On June 9-10, 2007 is the 2nd Annual Carolina Cup Regatta! The Carolina Cup Regatta is a nonprofit community event. The Carolina Cup Regatta committee works year round to make this event an exciting and unforgettable experience. The event provides an exciting and unforgettable weekend of boat competition on the beautiful Pasquotank River.
The Second Annual Carolina Cup regatta brings together many nationally recognized powerboat racers as well as area racers for two thrill-packed days of racing. The excitement of the Regatta's fast boats and the family-oriented festival atmosphere will have all sorts of people turning their heads towards Elizabeth City in June. This weekend will attract boat and water enthusiasts both old and new! Race officials anticipate exceeding last year's estimated crowd of more than 6,000 attendees as the sights and sounds draw people from near and far. Admission is FREE! FMI check out their website: http://carolinacupregatta.com. Please come and enjoy the sites! Photo Credit: 2006 Carolina Cup Regatta by Dave Lawson

Elizabeth City 300' National Truck & Tractor Pull

On June 1st & 2nd was the Elizabeth City 300' National Truck & Tractor Pull, located at Morgan's Corner. The event had classes ranging from showroom stock 4x4s gas and diesel, antique tractors, to national trucks. I had never seen that many vamped up trucks & tractors in my life; it definitely was an entertaining experience. It was a great event and the stands were filled with guests. If you are interesting in finding out more about the other truck & tractor pulls located at Morgan's Corner then click here. Photo Credit: Truck & Tractor Pull by Jessica Faulkingham