PASQUOTANK COUNTY, NC

County Offices
206 East Main Street
Elizabeth City 252-335-0865
www.co.pasquotank.nc.us

Chamber of Commerce
502 East Ehringhaus Street
Elizabeth City 252-335-4365
www.elizabethcitychamber.org

Pasquotank County and Elizabeth City serve as the economic and commercial hub for the northeastern North Carolina mainland. The building of the Dismal Swamp Canal in the 1800s linked the sounds and rivers of this region with the port of Norfolk and serves today as a transportation channel for thousands of boaters in the Intracoastal Waterway.

Services
Quality public and private schools provide outstanding opportunities for learning and educational advancement for students from preschool through 12th grade. Elizabeth City is more than an economic engine or a vacation destination. This college town is home to Elizabeth City State University, part of the University of North Carolina System, as well as the private institution of Roanoke Bible College and the public two-year College of the Albemarle. Elizabeth City State University provides undergraduate programs in the arts and sciences, professional and pre-professional areas, and master’s degrees in select disciplines. Historically a college for African-Americans, ECSU claims a proud heritage and rich background for today’s increasingly multicultural student body. The College of the Albemarle is a comprehensive public community college with an excellent academic reputation for preparing students for success in four-year programs but also for providing accessible education, training, and retraining for better jobs and better lives. COA serves a seven-county region and assists in addressing the needs of business and industry in addition to serving students of all ages.

State-of-the-art healthcare services and facilities are anchored by the highly respected Albemarle Hospital in Elizabeth City.  The hospital is part of Albemarle Health, northeastern North Carolina’s largest regional health and wellness provider, and provides comprehensive medical and surgical care to a regional population. Specializations include advanced surgical procedures, an expansive rehabilitation program, the region’s most sophisticated diagnostic center, same-day ambulatory surgery, urgent and emergency care, and a regional oncology center. The hospital maintains a wide variety of community education programs and support groups that underline a commitment to preventative wellness. The hospital offers more than clinical services and invests heavily in community service programs by adopting local schools and volunteering more than 28,000 hours to area organizations. Physicians in private practice are available to meet every routine and many specialized needs.

 

Lifestyle
Newcomers to Pasquotank County have no trouble understanding why the bustling hub of Elizabeth City is “One of America’s Best Small Towns” and ranked by Money magazine as one of the “Best Places to Live on the Coast.” Surrounded by pristine waterways, this scenic Inner Banks community in the Albemarle Sound region boasts six National Register Historic Districts, premier water-oriented recreation, and picturesque images around every corner. Those who appreciate cultural enrichment will want to discover the many treasures waiting at Arts of the Albemarle. Along with a retail gallery, the center is home to the School of Visual and Performing Arts and Encore Theatre Company. Visitors and residents experience the art, music and culture of the region through a wide variety of performances, exhibitions, and educational programs. Shopping is a delight in Pasquotank County, where unique boutiques and antique dealers offer distinctive and even rare merchandise. Wonderful dining options, fine museums, and attractions for the entire family keep the atmosphere energetic and lively around the four seasons.

Locally, residents can enjoy swimming, tennis, golf, water sports, cycling, hiking, fishing, sports leagues and recreation programs, horseback riding, and nature study. Just a short drive from home, the Outer Banks of North Carolina or Virginia’s famous Hampton Roads offer seaside recreation, white-sand beaches, and weekend getaways. Even the 18th century charm of Williamsburg and the excitement of Busch Gardens are easily accessible from Pasquotank County. Thrill seekers will want to catch the action at Dixieland Speedway with three racetracks for stockcar, go-cart, and motorcycle competition. For a slower pace, take a horse and carriage ride through the historic waterfront and downtown district. Other highlights include the university’s planetarium, the Hide-N-Wood Gardens, Morgan’s Corner Motorcross Park, and the Museum of the Albemarle. Families will appreciate Port Discover, the new hands-on science center that invites kids to interact with the science around them. Take your time discovering Pasquotank County, where the quality of life becomes richer with each passing year.

COMMUNITY PROFILES

Elizabeth City
City Offices
252-338-3981
www.cityofec.com

Chamber of Commerce
252-335-4365
www.elizabethcitychamber.org

Although Elizabeth City is the picturesque leading city and Pasquotank County seat of government, this famous waterfront town actually stretches across the county line into Camden County. Once a major seaport, the city now offers 48-hour complimentary dockage to travelers from around the globe and is a popular stop along the Intracoastal Waterway. In keeping with the city’s official title of Harbor of Hospitality, the “Rose Buddies” have long been the city’s famous waterfront ambassadors, greeting boaters with a rose, wine, and cheese at Mariner’s Warf. The town’s waterfront has undergone an exciting revitalization that includes new docking facilities, interesting shops, and the outstanding Museum of the Albemarle. This unique venue interprets more than 400 years of local history, the same rich heritage that is evident through out Elizabeth City’s historic districts. A lively historic downtown and waterfront, unique shopping and dining experiences, cultural and entertainment attractions, a public university and private colleges, excellent schools, and a major healthcare facility are some of the facets that make Elizabeth City so appealing to new residents.