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EDENTON PROCLAIMS CONSTITUTION WEEK
Mayor Hackney High proclaimed September 17–23, 2026, as C onstitution Week in the Town of Edenton during Tuesday evening’s Town Council meeting.
High presented the proclamation to Bonnie Henn, Regent of the Edenton Tea Party Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution , with chapter representative Caroline Butler also participating in the presentation.
The proclamation recognizes the signing of the United States Constitution on September 17, 1787, and highlights Edenton’s connection to the nation’s founding. It specifically recognizes Hugh Williamson, Samuel Johnston and James Iredell for their roles in the creation and ratification of the Constitution.
The proclamation encourages Edenton residents to reflect on the principles established by the Constitution and on the responsibilities of American citizenship.
Constitution Week has long been promoted nationally by the Daughters of the American Revolution as an opportunity to increase awareness and understanding of the Constitution. The Edenton Tea Party Chapter has also made Constitution Day an important part of its local historical programming.
Mayor High officially declared September 17 through September 23 Constitution Week in Edenton .
PHOTO: Caroline Butler, Bonnie Henn and Edenton Mayor Hackney High proudly display Edenton's Constitution Week Proclamation
