Warren County Chamber of Commerce

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Warren County has three incorporated towns. Warrenton, located on U.S. 401 and U.S. 158, was founded in 1779 and serves as the county seat. Over 90 percent of its buildings are listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Warrenton served as a place for trade and entertainment for the plantation owners. Large homes were built in the town with many remaining from the early and mid-19th century. Prestigious academies for men and women were chartered, one of the earliest being The Warrenton Male Academy, formed in 1788. Commercial and government structures in the town date back to the late 19th century and early 1900s.

The Chamber of Commerce of Warren County is dedicated to enhancing the growth and opportunities of its business members, and thus the economic development of Warren County, through efforts in marketing, education, member benefits, special events and governmental relations.

Located on U.S. 1, 158 and 401, Norlina was born out of land developed for a terminal to connect the Seaboard Air Line and the Raleigh and Gaston Railroad in the late 1890s. Initially the area was known as Mount Regis. Norlina was incorporated in 1913. Hotels serviced the many passengers that passed through the town daily, and the commercial district centered around the depot. During the early and mid-20th century, Norlina saw many travelers passing through its community due to being located on a major north/south route by rail and by road. Norlina currently has a railroad museum honoring the town's heritage.

A self-guided tour of historic Warrenton, founded in 1779, is sponsored by Preservation Warrenton, Inc. Tour guides are available at the Chamber office and local businesses in Warrenton.

The development of railroad lines and depots led to the growth of Norlina and Macon, the other two towns in Warren County. The town of Macon, located on U.S. 158, developed around a depot for the Raleigh and Gaston Railroad. The depot was built circa 1839, and the town was incorporated in 1889. Macon's namesake is the former U.S. Speaker of the House Nathaniel Macon.

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