Greene County

Greene County is an administrative county in eastern North Carolina, characterized by rural farmland and small-town features. Snow Hill functions as the county seat where government services and local commerce serve the region's residents.

The county was established in 1791 from northern Dobbs County and renamed in 1799 to honor Revolutionary War General Nathanael Greene. This naming reflected the region's recognition of his military contributions during the nation's founding.

The region reflects its Native American heritage through place names and local traditions that remain part of the community's identity. Visitors can encounter this past at historical sites that mark significant moments in the area's indigenous history.

Government services and administrative offices are centered in Snow Hill and accessible to residents and visitors. The rural spread of the region means having a vehicle is helpful for moving between different areas.

The area was home to Fort Neoheroka, the site of a decisive 1713 battle that shaped the region's trajectory. This historical conflict remains a defining moment in the local story.

Location: North Carolina

Inception: 1791

Capital city: Snow Hill

Shares border with: Pitt County, Lenoir County, Wayne County, Wilson County

Website: http://co.greene.nc.us

GPS coordinates: 35.49000,-77.68000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:22