These 6 Historic Villages In North Carolina Will Transport You Into A Different Time

Out of the more than 90,000 listings of historic structures, buildings, objects, sites, and districts in the National Register across the U.S., North Carolina owns approximately 2,900, lately coming in at an average of 35 new nominations per year. Out of the state's properties listed in the National Register, only about 15 percent are publicly owned. Below are a few historic villages you are free to investigate and roam in The Tar Heel State, holding interesting secrets to the past.

1. Historic Halifax, Halifax

Historic Halifax holds significant history

as in the spring of 1776, North Carolina's Fourth Provincial Congress met in Halifax, and on April 12 unanimously adopted a document later called the "Halifax Resolves," the first official action by an entire colony recommending independence from England.

2. Old Waynesborough Park, Goldsboro

Located on the site of the former town of Waynesborough, these lovely 150 acres along the Neuse and Little Rivers, offer a village featuring nine historic buildings brought from across the county. Check out this lovely general store.

3. Henry River Mill Village, Hickory

Originally erected in 1905, this historic property offers a picture of a typical textile mill village in the Carolinas. Tours run daily with special events featured throughout the year.

4. Historic Town of Gold Hill

and Gold Hill Mines Historic

Park, Gold Hill

Step back in time and experience life in an authentic, 19th-century gold-mining

village, including the Powder House for storing dynamite. This structure is located on the walking trail that is a part of the Gold Hill Rail Trail. Guided tours are available.

5. Hart Square Village, Vale

Established in 1973, the 200-acre village is a collection of 103 log cabins and buildings preserved by Dr. Robert Hart III. See what upcoming classes are offered.

6. Carl J. McEwen Historic Village, Mint Hill

This small piece of American history is a treasure holding memories of simpler times. Public and private tours are offered with informed guides of Mint Hill life back in 1800-1900.

We hope you are moved to visit one of these historic villages and experience North Carolina's past. They truly make it possible to travel back in time. For more information about North Carolina's good ol' days, read about these 10 historic towns.