Jackson is the county seat of Northampton County, North Carolina. The town’s origins go back to the creation of Northampton County in 1741 by the Colonial Assembly of North Carolina, when the location was determined as a central site for the courthouse, although a second courthouse was built at a slightly different location in 1819. The name, Northampton Courthouse, was generally used for the town until 1826, when it was renamed Jackson, for General Andrew Jackson, later to become president.
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The town of Jackson, North Carolina is located on U.S. Highway 158, thirteen miles east of I-95. The official municipal web site features a history of the community, a calendar of events, and a guide to local services and facilities, businesses, and contacts.
http://www.historicjacksonnc.com/
Jackson United Methodist Church
The location and schedules of the Jackson, North Carolina UMC congregation are posted, along with a calendar of upcoming events and programs, photographs, video, and other resources.
http://www.christisinyou.com/
Headquartered in Jackson, North Carolina, the county-wide public school district operates a PK-12th grade curriculum from several campuses. Its campus locations, schedules, and contacts are published, along with district news and announcements.
http://www.northampton.k12.nc.us/
Northampton County, North Carolina
Northampton County was formed from Bertie County in 1741. The official county site features a profile and history of the county, along with a guide to towns within the county, as well as its boards, commissions, committees, and administrative offices.
http://www.northamptonnc.com/
