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Three New Historical Markers in Northeast NC celebrated at dedication program during annual Meherrin Pow Wow
Three New Markers for Roanoke-Chowan People.
The North Carolina State Highway Historical Marker program has accepted three nominations made by the Chowan Discovery Group for Roanoke-Chowan people. This first marker honors the town of Choanoac (Chowanoke) which was the largest coastal town in North Carolina when the second Roanoke Island expedition explored the Chowan River in 1586. The town was first reported in 1584. Choanoac, commonly referred to as Chowanoke, was located…
Added by Melungeon Heritage Association on October 31, 2011 at 9:52am — No Comments
Mercer University releases Washed in the Blood by Lisa Alther
All who heard Lisa Alther speak at 15th Union about her new novel have been looking forward to its release. Nashville area residents can hear her speak about it at the Southern Festival of the Book on October 15 (see events for details).
Here is the publicity release by Mercer:…
Added by Melungeon Heritage Association on October 3, 2011 at 10:30am — No Comments
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