Henderson County

Henderson County is an administrative division in western North Carolina spanning approximately 971 square kilometers. The area features rolling hills, forests, and waterways, with Hendersonville serving as its county seat.

The county was established in 1838 by the North Carolina General Assembly and named after Leonard Henderson, Chief Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court. This naming honored a significant judicial figure of that era.

The Carl Sandburg National Historic Site within Henderson County preserves the residence of the American poet and contains exhibits about his literary works.

The county is divided into eight distinct townships, with administration centered in Hendersonville. From this hub, it is convenient to access the surrounding natural areas and outdoor recreation opportunities.

The county is home to the Carl Sandburg National Historic Site, which preserves the residence of the American poet along with his literary collections. This property offers insight into the life of a major 20th-century American writer.

Location: North Carolina

Inception: 1838

Capital city: Hendersonville

Shares border with: Buncombe County, Rutherford County, Polk County, Greenville County, Transylvania County, Haywood County

Website: http://hendersoncountync.org

GPS coordinates: 35.34000,-82.48000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:22