Courthouse Square, Tarboro

About Courthouse Square

Courthouse Square in Tarboro, North Carolina is the heart of the town's cultural and community life. Visitors gather on the historic town common to attend performances by the North Carolina Symphony under the stars. The square hosts the Happening on the Common, an arts festival showcasing paintings, photography, Christmas ornaments, scented candles, and leatherwork from local and regional artists. Throughout the year, the square serves as the venue for town events celebrating arts and culture. Nearby attractions include the Blount-Bridgers House and Hobson Pittman Memorial Gallery, featuring rotating contemporary art displays and permanent collections of antiques, quilts, 19th-century paintings, and ceramic pieces. The Tar River Players, a local theater troupe, produces performances staged in the downtown area. Families and cultural enthusiasts find Courthouse Square an accessible gathering place where they can enjoy outdoor entertainment, browse local art, and experience the town's strong commitment to the arts. The square anchors downtown Tarboro's walkable historic district.