Washington, North Carolina: Original Washington

Washington, a city in North Carolina, United States, serves as the seat of Beaufort County. Located on the Pamlico River, the city has two nicknames: Little Washington and Original Washington. It was founded by James Bonner in the 18th century and named after George Washington. It is a historic city with many old buildings and sites that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including the Beaufort County Courthouse, the Washington Historic District, the Bowers-Tripp House, and the Zion Episcopal Church. The Beaufort County Courthouse, located at the Corner of West 2nd and Market Streets in the Washington Historic District, is a historic courthouse built in 1786. It was added to the NRHP on March 31, 1971. Washington Waterfront Docks is a famous tourist attraction in Washington, featuring old industrial buildings, a scenic waterside promenade, and a park. Washington-Warren Field Airport, U.S. Routes 17 and 264 serve the area.