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Henderson is a city in Vance County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 16,095 at the 2000 census. It is the county seat of Vance County.

The city was named in honor of former North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice Leonard Henderson, who lived nearby and was a friend of early settler Lewis Reavis. Henderson was officially chartered by the North Carolina General Assembly in 1841. European settlement began in the early 1700s, however.

Henderson is located at 36.324753, -78.408536.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 21.4 km² (8.2 mi²). 21.3 km² (8.2 mi²) of it is land and 0.12% is water.

Henderson benefits from its location near Interstate 85 and U.S. Route 1.

If you are looking for a piece of "Small-Town Americana", you can find it in Henderson, North Carolina near the Virginia border and Kerr Lake. Located in Vance County, it has a rich history. You can get to Henderson directly from I-85 or from Hwy. 1 North of Raleigh.

Henderson and Vance County have many landmarks and historical properties that offer places to visit and enjoy. Don't just pass through, stop and stay a while.

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