Southern charm, a rich history, spectacular natural
settings and mouth-watering dining are just a few of the
delights that await you in Halifax County.
Often called North Carolina’s “cradle of history,”
Historic Halifax is the birthplace of the “Halifax
Resolves,” a document that gave rise to the creation of
the Declaration of Independence. This is a “must see”
for anyone visiting
our area.
The natural
landscape of
the county
provides a
wealth of
recreational
activities. From
Lake Gaston, a
34 mile man-made
lake, and Medoc
Mountain State Park, a
2,300 acre natural
wildlife preserve, to
golf and tennis,
there is something
for everyone to enjoy
in Halifax County.
When it comes to food,
Halifax County’s variety is
unmatched!
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Halifax County’s rich history sets it apart. Several
Indian tribes settled the area before the immigrants
arrived in Halifax County. This history is celebrated
each year at the Pow Wow Festival in Hollister, North Carolina. April 12, 1776, the date commemorated on the
North Carolina flag, signifies the
Fourth Provincial Congress’s
adoption of the “Halifax
Resolves”during a meeting
right here in Halifax. With that
action, North Carolina became
the first colony to take a bold,
official step toward declaring
independence from England.
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