On Sat., June 7, Historic Edenton State Historic Site will host “Devil to Pay and No Pitch Hot,” an engaging, day-long symposium highlighting maritime, regional, and Edenton history. This unique event will feature a series of expert presentations, followed by a special guided tour of the iconic 1886 Roanoke River Lighthouse.
Doors open at 9:30 a.m. with lectures starting at 10:00 a.m., the symposium will feature presentations from archaeologists, curators, and historians, who will discuss a range of topics related to maritime history and the local heritage of Edenton and the surrounding region. A full schedule will be posted on Historic Edenton’s Facebook and Instagram pages. Tickets for the event are $10 each and can be purchased in advance. Day-of tickets are not guaranteed, as seats are limited. To secure your spot, please contact the Historic Edenton Visitor Center at (252) 632-5020. Tickets are non-refundable and payment is accepted by cash or check only.
A highlight of the day will be a tour of the Roanoke River Lighthouse, the last surviving intact 19th century screw-pile lighthouse in North Carolina. Constructed in 1886, this unique historic structure has been restored to reflect the life and work of a lighthouse keeper in the late 1800s. This is an exceptional opportunity to explore the rich maritime history of the region.