In 1709, a town was established on the site of a former Indian village, previously known as Cwarioc. Robert Turner, a principle owner of the property, had the town surveyed, and gave it the name of Beaufort. The town of Beaufort is the third oldest town in North Carolina, after Bath and New Bern. Beaufort is in North Carolina’s Inner Banks region, and is the seat of Carteret County.
Categories
Places to Stay |
Recommended Resources
With the discovery of an ancient shipwreck in the Beaufort Inlet in 1996, it has been surmised that the legendary pirate, Blackbeard’s ship, The Queen Anne’s Revenge, has been discovered. The pirate, his ship, and the shipwreck recovery efforts are outlined here, including photographs and news items.
http://www.blackbeardthepirate.com/
Historic Beaufort, North Carolina
The guide to the historic district of Beaufort features listings of its dining and entertainment venues, accommodations, attractions, and travel options, as well as information about its historic sites and legends.
http://www.historicbeaufort.com/
North Carolina Maritime Museums Beaufort
The state funded museum in Beaufort, North Carolina highlights the state’s maritime heritage. A history and an overview of the facility is put forward, including news and information about its ongoing and future projects, events, location, and hours.
http://www.maritimefriends.org/
The Town of Beaufort, North Carolina
The history, a profile, and an overview of town services is put forward on the official municipal web site. Online services include employment postings, online payment of taxes and utilities, an area guide, and water service information. A public calendar of events is posted to the site.
http://www.beaufortnc.org/
The historic port town of Beaufort, North Carolina is featured, with a guide to local activities and recreational opportunities, points of interest, lodging accommodations, dining facilities, shopping venues, and real estate.
http://www.tourbeaufort.com/
