Nc heritage sites in Maxton, North Carolina

Beacham Park in Maxton, North Carolina is a historic institution located at 300 South Austin Street. The park holds significance as the site where the first settlers in the area along Shoe Hill Creek and Lumber River established their homes in the 1700s. Maxton, originally known as Shoe Hill, has a rich history of name changes before finally settling on its current name in 1887 to honor the Scottish settlers in the area. Education has always been a priority in Maxton, with the establishment of Floral College in 1841 by John Gilchrist Jr. and the pioneering efforts of black educator Charles N. Hunter in opening the first school for African Americans. The town is currently seeking a Stormwater Grant to address flooding issues in specific areas, with surveyors working to create a Stormwater Master Plan.

Welcome to Maxton Sewer Plant Located at 483 Hayes Pond Road, Maxton, North Carolina, the Maxton Sewer Plant is a vital part of our local government services, ensuring the health and well-being of our community by managing and treating wastewater. Nestled in a town rich with history, Maxton has evolved from its early settlements along the Shoe Hill Creek and Lumber River in the 1700s to become a vibrant community honoring its Scottish heritage.

Welcome to the Maxton Town Office, a cornerstone of local government located at 201 McCaskill Avenue, Maxton, North Carolina. Nestled in a community rich with history, Maxton traces its roots back to the 1700s when settlers first arrived along the Shoe Hill Creek and Lumber River. The town has undergone several name changes—from its incorporation as Shoe Hill in 1874, to Tilden and Quhele, before finally becoming Maxton in 1887, in honor of its Scottish settlers. Education has always been a pillar of Maxton's heritage. In 1841, just outside the town, John Gilchrist Jr. established Floral College, the first women’s college in North Carolina to award degrees. Maxton is also notable for being the site of the first school opened by pioneering black educator Charles N. Hunter. Hunter's legacy continues through his efforts to uplift African American communities by focusing on economic advancement.