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Tarboro holds the remains of Civil War general William Dorsey Pender, who was wounded during the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863. He is buried at Calvary Churchyard and has given his name to Pender County in North Carolina as tribute to what he accomplished.
The town itself is situated in Edgecombe County in the Inner Banks region of North Carolina. Tarboro is a historic town, with several historic sites dating back to the 19th century. In fact, the historic area of Tarboro comprises 45 blocks, with more than 300 ancient structures built within them. These range from historic houses and residential dwellings to churches and original storefronts that are still used today along the city's Main Street. The location allows for a small-town feel within the wider context of the state. Interstate 95 and U.S. 94 are nearby and allow simple access to some of the major urban areas in the region, such as the state capital of Raleigh, which is roughly 70 miles away. Greenville is only 25 miles away, and Rocky Mount is just 10. The town is known to be friendly with a great sense of local community and a mild and comfortable climate year round. View Tarboro City Guide