As part of the sesquicentennial celebration, the county also will create a time capsule to be opened during its bicentennial in 2075. The capsule will preserve the county’s history, values, and spirit for future generations.
Pender County residents are invited to contribute items that represent the community. Items should reflect the county’s history and spirit and must be free of liquids and corrosive materials.
Suggested items include photographs, letters, local memorabilia, or anything that reflects the heart of Pender County. This is a unique opportunity to leave a lasting mark on Pender County’s legacy. Contributions can be submitted through an online form at found at pendercountync.gov
Anniversary Celebration Details
The celebration begins at 2 p.m. at the Pender County Courthouse on Feb. 16, 2025. The public is encouraged to attend this historic occasion as the county honors its 150 years and looks to its future.
Reception will be held at Pender Arts Council, 111 S Wright St. after the courthouse ceremony.
For more information about the 150th-anniversary celebration visit us at pendercountync.gov.
Join us for a special celebration at the Pender County Courthouse on February 16, 2025, at 2 p.m. to kick off a year of celebrating our rich history and bright future. The event will feature speeches from community leaders and unveil both a new clock and a historical marker that will become permanent fixtures on the courthouse grounds.
A Look to the Future: Time Capsule Project
As part of our sesquicentennial celebration, we're creating a time capsule to be opened during our bicentennial in 2075. This capsule will preserve the stories, values, and spirit of Pender County for generations to come.
SUBMIT ITEMS: https://pendercountync.gov/.../Pender-Countys-150th...
Contribute to History!
We invite Pender County residents to contribute items that represent our community. Help us capture the essence of Pender County for future generations! Items should be free of liquids and corrosive materials.
Suggested Items:
Photographs
Books
Letters
Local memorabilia
Anything that reflects the heart of Pender County
This is a unique opportunity to leave a lasting mark on Pender County’s history.
Submit your contribution idea through our online form below and someone from the committee will get back to you.
Event Details:
Date: February 16, 2025
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Pender County Courthouse
Reception: Pender Arts Council
We encourage everyone to attend this historic occasion as we honor Pender County’s 150 years and look forward to its future.
SUBMIT ITEMS: https://pendercountync.gov/.../Pender-Countys-150th...
