Portsmouth, NC

Introduction

Brief History

Aerial view, 1950s - photo

Today's Story

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The People

Community Leaders / Characters

Jessie Lee Babb Dominique - photo

Folks

Family & Friends, 1909 - photo

Dallas Willis - photos

Stories/ Story Tellers

Historical Figures

Inventions

Scouting

Hunting / Fishing

Dannie Taylor - photos

Traditional Foods

picking a goose for dinner - photo

goose dinner - photo

Occupations

Pound Netting - photo

Norma Taylor after mulletting - photo

Sports

Pastimes

Music/ Dances

Children's Games

Carving

 

The Place

Map of Community

Landmarks (Photos)

Old Glory - photo

Churches

Portsmouth Church - photos

Historic Homes

Home at Portsmouth - photo

Henry Pigott home - photo

Historic Buildings

Schools

Old School, 1916 - photo

Last School, restored - photo

School Children 1916 - photo

Harbors

Post Office

Businesses

Fish Houses

Boat Houses/ Marine Railways

Hunting Clubs

Lifesaving Stations

Landings

Fog on Portmouth - photo

Community Spirit

Storms

Gatherings

Social Gathering - photo

Sunday School Picnic at the USLLS - photos

Welcome at the Pier - photo
Events
Parades
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