Welcome to the Town of Warrenton, North Carolina
Tracing its origin to 1779, Warrenton was an early and progressive center of education for both men and women and reputedly the wealthiest town in the state during the 1850s. Warrenton is the home of well-known builder Jacob Holt, who built Greek revival and Italianate style houses throughout the town and region. Over 300 structures survive and are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Come and visit us... we'll show you how to enjoy life in a storybook community! You'll also experience one of North Carolina's progressive, reviving small towns.