The small coastal town of Edenton, North Carolina, had always been a town that celebrated its rich history. The town’s colonial past is visible in its well-preserved colonial houses, the oldest operating courthouse in North Carolina, and the site where American Founding Father Joseph Hewes operated his mercantile store. But amidst this history, a problem exists – the once-grand Hotel Hinton.
The Hotel Hinton location had been a part of the town’s history since the 1750s when inns first appeared at this location. It had seen many ups and downs over the centuries. Still, it had always been a prominent feature of the town’s landscape. It even served as the County Government office building. However, as time passed, the hotel continued to descend into disrepair, becoming a public safety concern.
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