Historic Burke County Courthouse

Landmark And Historical Building

Morganton, NC

Historic Burke County Courthouse, built in 1837, combines a Heritage Museum, Sam Ervin office replica, and guided tours.

  • Visitors seeking Western North Carolina courthouse history
  • Local-history museum visits
  • School field trips and educational programs

Murphy's Farm Apartments

Landmark And Historical Building

Morganton, NC

Murphy's Farm Apartments offers 1- and 2-bedroom homes in Morganton with included washers and dryers, EV charging, and 24-hour emergency maintenance.

  • Morganton renters seeking 1- or 2-bedroom apartments
  • Residents wanting an on-site pool, fitness center, walking trails, and pet park
  • Renters needing flexible 3- to 15-month lease terms

Emergency available

Morgan Hills Apartments

Landmark And Historical Building

Morganton, NC

The News Herald covers Morganton and Burke County with breaking news, obituaries, local events, sports, weather, entertainment, and an e-edition.

  • Morganton breaking-news coverage
  • Burke County local news
  • Local obituary listings

Clear Creek

Landmark And Historical Building

Morganton, NC

Creekside

Landmark And Historical Building

Morganton, NC

Drexel Apartments

Landmark And Historical Building

Drexel, NC

Drexel Apartments offers income-based one- and two-bedroom housing near downtown Drexel, with rental assistance for qualifying households.

  • Households seeking income-based one- or two-bedroom housing
  • Qualifying households needing rental assistance
  • Residents wanting proximity to downtown Drexel

High Meadows Apartments

Landmark And Historical Building

Valdese, NC

Partnership Property Management has managed affordable housing since the 1960s and currently oversees approximately 310 apartment communities across five Southeastern states.

  • Affordable apartment owners needing Rural Development program management
  • LIHTC apartment communities
  • HUD-assisted and subsidized housing portfolios

Millside Manor

Landmark And Historical Building

Morganton, NC

Mountain View

Landmark And Historical Building

Morganton, NC

Riverview Apartments

Landmark And Historical Building

Morganton, NC

Breeden Real Estate manages residential and commercial rentals across eight North Carolina counties with 24/7/365 emergency maintenance and tenant portals.

  • Owners needing residential or commercial rental management
  • Investors needing tenant screening, rent collection, inspections, and eviction management
  • Tenants seeking managed apartments or rental homes in Morganton or Valdese

Emergency available

Sterling Forest Apartments

Landmark And Historical Building

Morganton, NC

Sterling Forest Apartments is associated with a firm serving Western North Carolina real estate for over 30 years.

  • commercial property site selection in Asheville
  • commercial leasing and property management
  • industrial and investment real estate transactions

Linville Gorge

Landmark And Historical Building

Newland, NC

Linville Gorge offers 39 miles of primitive trails across a 12,002-acre wilderness with hiking, climbing, camping, and fishing.

  • experienced hikers seeking primitive trails and solitude
  • backpackers planning no-trace wilderness camping
  • rock climbers using formations such as Hawksbill, Table Rock, and the Chimneys

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FAQ

What are the tour hours for the Historic Burke County Courthouse?

Tours operate Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

How much does it cost to visit the Historic Burke County Courthouse?

The suggested tour donation is $5 per adult. Children age 12 and under are admitted free.

What can visitors see inside the courthouse?

Visitors can see the Heritage Museum and a replica of U.S. Senator Sam J. Ervin Jr.'s office, along with exhibits focused on Burke County heritage.

Is the courthouse suitable for school field trips?

Yes. The site offers educational field trips and guided tours covering Revolutionary War history and Burke County heritage.