Within minutes of miles of water, but also within minutes of miles of agricultural fields, Edenton is endowed with space aplenty. And yet the town is entirely walkable, from its historic homes, mills, and churches, to its downtown sidewalks, stores, and restaurants. photograph by CHRIS COUNCIL
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Blair, Thomas, and Russell Wood staff a lemonade stand in front of their house. Fresh shrimp, ready for grilling or grits, steaming or sautéing, at Waterman’s Grill. Thomas Overton, a lifelong Edentonian, cycles homeward after church. photograph by CHRIS COUNCIL
Kayaks and paddlers — including Deb and Joe Silva — are everywhere in Edenton, particularly on the still water of Queen Anne Creek. Good for the body. Even better for the soul. photograph by CHRIS COUNCIL
Pigeon fanciers feed, tend, and protect their birds from the time they’re chicks — only to release them into the world with the faith that their companions will come back to roost.
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