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Main Street
Bayboro, NC 28515
252.745.3133
www.co.pamlico.nc.us
A Sense of Community
 Pamlico is perfect for those who love arts, sailing, kayaking and just enjoying relaxing days and evenings along the water. Details: Pamlico County Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 23, Bayboro, NC 28515-0023, 252-745-3008,
pamlicochamber.com.
Bayboro
Bayboro was named for the Bay River and settled long before it was incorporated in 1881. It is the oldest incorporated town in Pamlico County and became the county seat in 1876. The following year, the courthouse was relocated to Bayboro from Stonewall. Although narrow, the Bay River is navigable all the way to the town. Contact the town of Bayboro, P.O. Box 557, Bayboro, NC 28515, 252-745-4238.
Minnesott Beach
The town’s name is derived from an Indian word said to mean, “land of sky and blue water.” Developed as a resort area on the Neuse River after World War I, the state ferry arrives and departs here bringing passengers to and from the Cherry Branch ferry station. Contact the town of Minnesott Beach, 11758 NC Hwy 306 S,
Arapahoe, NC 28510, 252-249-1755.
Oriental
Oriental is known as the “Sailing Capital of North Carolina,” with more boats than residents! Whether you’re walking, driving, biking through or sailing into, Oriental’s quaint bed and breakfasts, river and soundfront homes, unique art galleries, book and gift shops, inviting restaurants and the friendly, slow waterfront life are sure to enchant. Details: town of Oriental, PO Box 427, Oriental, NC 28571-0427, 252-249-0555,
visitoriental.com.
FEATURED FACT
Oriental in Pamlico County is known as the “Sailing Capital of North Carolina.” In this waterfront town, the boat to resident ratio is three to one. The town, once known as Smith’s Creek, owes its intriguing name to a North Carolina shipwreck. The sailing steamer Oriental, used as a Federal transport ship during the Civil War, met its fate off the coast in 1862. The top of the shipwreck is still visible just off Bodie Island, 33 miles north of Cape Hatteras.
Education
Public Schools, K-12
Pamlico County Public School System
507 Anderson Drive
Bayboro, NC 28515
252-745-4171
www.pamlico.k12.nc.us
Higher Education
Pamlico Community College
5049 Highway 306 South
Grantsboro, NC 28529-0185
252-249-1851
www.pamlico.cc.nc.us
www.pamlicocc.edu
Pamlico Community College currently serves more than 15 percent of the county’s adult population, approximately 250-300 curriculum students and 1,600-1,800 continuing education students per year. PCC is a fully accredited two year community college with programs from Computer Technology to Accounting to Allied Health Programs. A contract program with East Carolina University enables students in specific education programs to transfer on for a four-year education.
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