Beaufort, NC’s Old Burying Ground is a beautiful fascinating place - the reason it is being included on this site as one of Beaufort's Best. Listed on the National Register of 
Historic Places, the cemetery was deeded to the town in 1731 by Nathaniel Taylor, 4th owner of the town, from 1725-1733. The weathered tombstones chronicle the heritage of Beaufort.
Historic Places, the cemetery was deeded to the town in 1731 by Nathaniel Taylor, 4th owner of the town, from 1725-1733. The weathered tombstones chronicle the heritage of Beaufort. The Beaufort Historical Association provides a self-guided brochure, which highlights several of the notable gravesites within the Old Burying Ground. With over 200 stones pre-dating the Civil War, 45 from the Civil War period, and 150 from 1865-1890 and a few from the early 1900s, the Old Burying Ground is a must see in Beaufort.
Guided tours are available. The staff and volunteers of the Beaufort Historic Site are available year-round for groups of 10 or more if arrangements are made in advance. Regularly scheduled tours are given June through September.
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Beaufort Historic Site
(252) 728-5225
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