Deck reminds folks to keep themselves and their pets away from any water that is discolored or if there are dead fish in the area. Skip to content. Back to School. First Alert Weather Blog. Why First Alert? Buy Carolina First. Eastern Carolina Open for Business. Ticket Window. Contact Us. Station Bios. Class of The resulting fires alone cost the town a significant amount of its Revolutionary Period homes.
Washington suffered mightily during these oppressive times. Fast forwarding to present times, the Pamlico River now serves many of the residents of central and eastern North Carolina in far different ways.
We continue to be blessed with 4 distinctive seasons and residents and visitors enjoy the Pamlico during every month of the year. Our commercial fishing industry continues to work to harvest the bounty from the Pamlico River and Pamlico Sound.
Many would be surprised at the number of blue crabs that are taken here. The small town of Washington, which was counted to less than 10, residents at the last census, continues to boast of small town values.
The boat slips built along this waterfront are a wonderful addition. Music in the Streets , the Washington Summer Festival , Smoke on the Water and other events too numerous to name here are a testimonial to these efforts.
Locals attest that all visitors must make at least one visit to local Washington institution, Bills Hot Dogs, a bare-bones hot dog joint that has been in operation for over 60 years.
A regular star in local and well-known magazines, which includes a full page feature in North Carolina's Our State Magazine , visitors will be wowed by both the lightning-quick assembly of the hot dogs, as well as the legendary taste of the dogs themselves.
Just past the busy shop and restaurant filled streets, visitors can take a leisurely driving or walking tour through Washington's historic district, where centuries-old homes that have been meticulously renovated are stationed side by side.
An especially attractive visit in the spring and summer months when the private gardens are in full bloom, visitors can even sign up for a historic walking tour for an in-depth look at these amazing residences and their fascinating, and sometimes ghostly stories. The historic Turnage Theater is also located within the downtown area, which hosts a number of seasonal concerts and performances, and visitors are advised to check out the Festival Park, especially in the summer months when the site serves as a venue for festivals, fairs and free concerts on any given weekend.
A stroll along the waterfront, past Havens Park and the long riverside boardwalk is also a must on a sunny day, as visitors can enjoy a wide open view that extends to the other side of the Pamlico River, watch the boats ease in and out of the waterfront docks, or simply take a rest at one of the accommodating benches or Adirondack chairs that are scattered throughout the mile-long riverbanks.
As for accommodations, potential visitors will find a number of chain and locally owned motels and hotels in the area, however many long-time visitors opt to stay at one of the downtown's many Bed and Breakfasts.
Washington also has several campgrounds, RV parks and riverfront cottages for rustic or extended stays. The main part of the city boasts a number of chain and big box stores, giving residents and visitors alike ample shopping opportunities, however, the biggest and best attractions can always be found right along the water.
The town is also known for its big, bold community spirit, and is the home to a number of incredible festivals and events, including an annual Summer Festival which attracts thousands of visitors annually, and signs off with an incredible fireworks display right off the docks. Many long-time visitors advise that the spring, summer and fall months are arguably the best times to visit, as the downtown restaurants have ample outdoor seating and live music, and the Haven Park grounds host regular events, however, virtually any time is a good time to explore the town.
The holidays can be an especially unique time to tour, as mpst of the sailboats and other vessels in the docks are adorned with Christmas lights, creating a cheerful and quintessentially coastal holiday scene. Regardless of when one decides to visit, Little Washington is an essential destination for any North Carolina newcomer who wants to experience the heart of the Inner Banks.
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