Historic Weldon, was founded on a rich history centered around the rapid currents of the Roanoke River,

the safety of the Roanoke Canal, the beginnings of several early railroad systems and Rockfishing.

Our National Registered Historic District contains a variety of southern architectural styles and a handsome commercial district.

Pay us a visit and enjoy these facets of our community that are being developed as a treasure of the past as we plan for the future.

Things To See & Do

Enjoy the Self Guiding Walking Tour using your Smartphone to see the Best of Weldon’s Sights to See, or Explore these pages for more Things to See and Do. 

  • See trains racing 25 feet above Downtown.
  • Explore Early Canal and Railroads
  • Walk or Bike the Canal Aquaduct and Civil War Cemetary. 
  • Relax at the River Rapids

Downtown Businesses

Downtown Weldon is active with many businesses. Shop Our Shops, Eats to Dine For and a Distillery too.

    You’ll Find Great Treasures at Riverside Mill, a Huge Antique, Crafters, and Outlet Center, The Downtown Weldon Flea Market and That Pops, A Vintage Inspire Thrift Shoppe which serves as anchors for a Treasured Businesses of Downtown Weldon.

   Want to Start A Business in Weldon? View the Available Buildings For Sale or Rent. (this list is still being compiled)

Weldon Advocate Blog

Andy Whitby, has been known as a Weldon Advocate and local Historian for years, Here you’ll find his writings about Weldon and it’s history.

  • You’ll learn what the early explorers discovered here,
  • how Weldon became an Early Transportation Hub
  • why we’re the Rockfish Capital of the World.
  • A Vision For Weldon
  • Current News and Events

Let’s Explore Weldon

Located 2 miles East of I-95, Exit 173 on Hwy 158

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to get directions to Downtown Weldon

WeldonNC.com is owned and maintained by Andy Whitby and Visit It Publishing.

It is provided as a service to the community on topics that are vital to the development and revitalization 

of Downtown Weldon from the perspective of the owner.

It is not the official website of the Town of Weldon. Their website is http://www.historicweldonnc.com/